Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
eperuetorum
ID:
775900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sandwith

Source:
iplants

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 10: 475 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775233



Common Names

  • Eperuetorum Eschweilera
  • Eschweilera eperuetorum
  • Eperuet's Eschweilera


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Description

Eschweilera eperuetorum (also called Cipó-de-mil-homens-de-cacho, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, typically reaching heights of up to 25 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has a straight trunk and a dense, round crown.

Uses & Benefits

Eschweilera eperuetorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Eschweilera eperuetorum flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eschweilera eperuetorum is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Eschweilera eperuetorum

Eschweilera eperuetorum can be found in the Amazon Basin of South America.

Eschweilera eperuetorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eschweilera eperuetorum?

Eschweilera eperuetorum

What is the common name of Eschweilera eperuetorum?

Eperuet's eschweilera

Where is Eschweilera eperuetorum native to?

Brazil

Species in the Eschweilera genus

Eschweilera alata, Eschweilera albiflora, Eschweilera alvimii, Eschweilera amazonica, Eschweilera amazoniciformis, Eschweilera amplexifolia, Eschweilera andina, Eschweilera antioquensis, Eschweilera apiculata, Eschweilera atropetiolata, Eschweilera baguensis, Eschweilera beebei, Eschweilera bogotensis, Eschweilera boltenii, Eschweilera bracteosa, Eschweilera cabrerana, Eschweilera calyculata, Eschweilera carinata, Eschweilera caudiculata, Eschweilera chartaceifolia, Eschweilera collina, Eschweilera collinsii, Eschweilera complanata, Eschweilera compressa, Eschweilera congestiflora, Eschweilera coriacea, Eschweilera costaricensis, Eschweilera cyathiformis, Eschweilera decolorans, Eschweilera eperuetorum, Eschweilera fanshawei, Eschweilera gigantea, Eschweilera grandiflora, Eschweilera hondurensis, Eschweilera integricalyx, Eschweilera integrifolia, Eschweilera itayensis, Eschweilera jacquelyniae, Eschweilera juruensis, Eschweilera klugii, Eschweilera laevicarpa, Eschweilera longipedicellata, Eschweilera macrocarpa, Eschweilera mattos-silvae, Eschweilera mexicana, Eschweilera micrantha, Eschweilera microcalyx, Eschweilera nana, Eschweilera neblinensis, Eschweilera neei,

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-313794: Based on the initial data import
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.