Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
sessilis
ID:
776189

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.A.Mori

Source:
iplants

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 28: 291 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775522



Common Names

  • Gustavia sessilis
  • Sessile Gustavia
  • Gustavia


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Description

Gustavia sessilis (also called Redhead, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gustavia sessilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Gustavia sessilis 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

Gustavia sessilis is a tropical evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Gustavia sessilis

Gustavia sessilis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Gustavia sessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gustavia sessilis?

Gustavia sessilis

What is the common name of Gustavia sessilis?

Sessile Gustavia

Where is Gustavia sessilis native to?

Central America

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-314063: Based on the initial data import
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.