Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
nicaraguarensis
ID:
775820

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 294 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775153



Common Names

  • Couroupita nicaraguarensis
  • Nicaraguan Cannonball Tree
  • Nicaraguarensis Couroupita


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Description

Couroupita nicaraguarensis (also called Nicaragua Cannonball Tree, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to the Amazon Rainforest in South America, and is found in lowland tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Couroupita nicaraguarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used in traditional medicines and its fruits are edible. The wood is also used for fuel and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Couroupita nicaraguarensis is a large, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Couroupita nicaraguarensis is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. The seed should be soaked in water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes around 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Couroupita nicaraguarensis

Couroupita nicaraguarensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Nicaragua.

Couroupita nicaraguarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Couroupita nicaraguarensis?

Couroupita nicaraguarensis

What is the common name of Couroupita nicaraguarensis?

Nicaraguan cannonball tree

Where is Couroupita nicaraguarensis native to?

Central America

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,