Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trinitensis
ID:
397906

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 8: 28 (-29). 1921

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397238



Common Names

  • Trinitensis Pachira
  • Pachira Trinitensis
  • Pachiratrinitensis


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Synonyms

  • Pochota trinitensis (Urb.) Steyerm. & W.D.Stevens [unknown]
  • Bombacopsis pachiroides Pittier [unknown]
  • Bombacopsis trinitensis (Urb.) A.Robyns [unknown]

Description

Pachira trinitensis (also called Trinitense Pachira, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforest understories.

Uses & Benefits

Pachira trinitensis is used in traditional medicine for its antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a food preservative.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pachira trinitensis var. mucronulata (Pittier) Fern.Alonso

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pachira trinitensis are yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachira trinitensis is a large, evergreen tree that can reach up to 50 feet in height. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Pachira trinitensis

Pachira trinitensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America, including Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Pachira trinitensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachira trinitensis?

Pachira trinitensis

What is the common name of Pachira trinitensis?

Trinidad pachira

What is the natural habitat of Pachira trinitensis?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Pachira genus

Pachira rupicola, Pachira trinitensis, Pachira tocantina, Pachira tepuiensis, Pachira subandina, Pachira speciosa, Pachira sordida, Pachira sessilis, Pachira yapacanae, Pachira rurrenabaqueana, Pachira glabra, Pachira liesneri, Pachira insignis, Pachira humilis, Pachira gracilis, Pachira macrocalyx, Pachira fuscolepidota, Pachira flaviflora, Pachira faroensis, Pachira emarginata, Pachira dugandeana, Pachira duckei, Pachira robynsii, Pachira retusa, Pachira pulchra, Pachira pseudofaroensis, Pachira patinoi, Pachira paraensis, Pachira orinocensis, Pachira cubensis, Pachira obovata, Pachira nitida, Pachira nervosa, Pachira mutisiana, Pachira morae, Pachira minor, Pachira mawarinumae, Pachira cowanii, Pachira coriacea, Pachira calophylla, Pachira aquatica, Pachira amazonica, Pachira aracamuniana, Pachira brevipes, Pachira punga-schunkei, Pachira dolichocalyx, Pachira endecaphylla,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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