Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
sphaerocarpa
ID:
1332926

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Ribeiro & S.A.Mori

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 255: 268 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345380



Common Names

  • Sphaerocarpa Eschweilera
  • Eschweilera sphaerocarpa
  • Sphaerocarpa Eschweilera Tree


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Description

Eschweilera sphaerocarpa (also called Round-fruited Eschweilera, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to Brazil. It has a single trunk and a rounded crown of leaves. It is found in humid forests, often growing on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Eschweilera sphaerocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eschweilera sphaerocarpa has yellow and white flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eschweilera sphaerocarpa is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Eschweilera sphaerocarpa

Eschweilera sphaerocarpa can be found in the rainforests of Brazil.

Eschweilera sphaerocarpa FAQ

What is the common name of Eschweilera sphaerocarpa?

Round-fruited Eschweilera

What is the scientific name of Round-fruited Eschweilera?

Eschweilera sphaerocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Eschweilera sphaerocarpa?

Rainforests of 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

Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.
Michel Ribeiro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Ribeiro' in the authors string.