Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
paucisperma
ID:
1325373

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.A.Mori

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 65: 339 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337827



Common Names

  • Gustavia paucisperma
  • Gustavia
  • Paucisperma


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Description

Gustavia paucisperma (also called Few-seeded Gustavia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree with yellow flowers that is native to Central America. It grows in tropical forests and is often found in lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gustavia paucisperma is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gustavia paucisperma are white to yellowish-white in color and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gustavia paucisperma is a perennial that can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Plant the divisions in a shallow trench and cover with soil. Water well and keep the soil moist during the growing season.

Where to Find Gustavia paucisperma

Gustavia paucisperma is native to the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. It can be found in lowland and montane forests.

Gustavia paucisperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gustavia paucisperma?

Gustavia paucisperma

What is the family of Gustavia paucisperma?

Lecythidaceae

Where is Gustavia paucisperma found?

Mexico

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

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