Theobroma bicolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bonpl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1806
Citation Micro:
Pl. Aequinoct. 1: 104 (1806)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458441
Common Names
- Bicolor Theobroma
- Two-Colored Theobroma
- Two-Toned Theobroma
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- Theobroma ovatifolium DC. [unknown]
- Tribroma bicolor (Bonpl.) O.F.Cook [unknown]
- Cacao bicolor (Bonpl.) Poir. [unknown]
- Theobroma ovatifolia Moc., Sessé & DC. [unknown]
Description
Theobroma bicolor (also called Bicolor Cacao, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Malvaceae. It is found in Central America and South America. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Theobroma bicolor is used as a stimulant and in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Theobroma bicolor has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are large, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Theobroma bicolor is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Theobroma bicolor
Theobroma bicolor can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Theobroma bicolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Theobroma bicolor?
Theobroma bicolor
What is the common name of Theobroma bicolor?
Bicolor Theobroma
Where is Theobroma bicolor found?
Theobroma bicolor is found in Central and South America.
Species in the Theobroma genus
Theobroma cacao, Theobroma bicolor, Theobroma grandiflorum, Theobroma subincana, Theobroma speciosum, Theobroma obovatum, Theobroma microcarpum, Theobroma duckei, Theobroma glaucum, Theobroma simiarum, Theobroma sylvestris, Theobroma angustifolium, Theobroma bernoullii, Theobroma hylaeum, Theobroma mammosum, Theobroma sinuosum, Theobroma nemorale, Theobroma gileri, Theobroma canumanense, Theobroma velutinum, Theobroma cirmolinae,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2519808: Based on the initial data import
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.