Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
amapaensis
ID:
775749

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pires ex S.A.Mori & Prance

Source:
iplants

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 33: 365 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775082



Common Names

  • Corythophora amapaensis
  • Amapa Corythophora
  • Amapaensis Corythophora


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Description

Corythophora amapaensis (also called Brazilian Rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to tropical South America, and is found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Corythophora amapaensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a windbreak or hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Corythophora amapaensis is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corythophora amapaensis is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 8-10 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a warm, sunny position in a well-drained soil. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Corythophora amapaensis

Corythophora amapaensis is native to Brazil.

Corythophora amapaensis FAQ

What is the common name of Corythophora amapaensis?

Brazil Nut

What is the natural habitat of Corythophora amapaensis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the scientific classification of Corythophora amapaensis?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Ericales, Family: Lecythidaceae, Genus: Corythophora

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-313648: Based on the initial data import
João Murça Pires (1917-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pires' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.