Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
776157

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
iplants

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 30(2): 182. 1874 [14 Nov 1874]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775490



Common Names

  • Gustavia latifolia
  • Broadleaf Gustavia
  • Gustavia


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Description

Gustavia latifolia (also called 'Caimitillo de Montaña', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, usually reaching a height of 10–20 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, in areas with an average annual temperature of 20–25 °C. It has a straight trunk and a dense, rounded canopy.

Uses & Benefits

Gustavia latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to create a windbreak. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach pain and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gustavia latifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gustavia latifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Gustavia latifolia

Gustavia latifolia is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Gustavia latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gustavia latifolia?

Gustavia latifolia

What is the common name of Gustavia latifolia?

Gustavia

What is the family of Gustavia latifolia?

Lecythidaceae

Species in the Gustavia genus

Gustavia longepetiolata, Gustavia acuminata, Gustavia angustifolia, Gustavia augusta, Gustavia brachycarpa, Gustavia coriacea, Gustavia dodsonii, Gustavia dubia, Gustavia elliptica, Gustavia erythrocarpa, Gustavia excelsa, Gustavia flagellata, Gustavia fosteri, Gustavia gentryi, Gustavia gigantophylla, Gustavia gracillima, Gustavia gracillipes, Gustavia grandibracteata, Gustavia hexapetala, Gustavia inakuama, Gustavia latifolia, Gustavia longifolia, Gustavia longifuniculata, Gustavia macarenensis, Gustavia monocaulis, Gustavia nana, Gustavia occidentalis, Gustavia parviflora, Gustavia petiolata, Gustavia poeppigiana, Gustavia pubescens, Gustavia pulchra, Gustavia romeroi, Gustavia santanderiensis, Gustavia serrata, Gustavia sessilis, Gustavia speciosa, Gustavia superba, Gustavia tejerae, Gustavia terminaliflora, Gustavia verticillata, Gustavia johnclarkii, Gustavia hubbardiorum, Gustavia paucisperma,

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-314031: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.