Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
459271

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd. ex Spreng.) K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(3): 76 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458603



Common Names

  • Cupuaçu
  • Cupuassu
  • Theobroma Grandiflorum


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Synonyms

  • Theobroma macranthum Bernoulli [unknown]
  • Bubroma grandiflorum Willd. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Guazuma grandiflora (Willd. ex Spreng.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Theobroma macrantha Bernoulli [unknown]

Description

Theobroma grandiflorum (also called Large-flowered Theobroma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has large, white flowers and long, thin leaves, and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Theobroma grandiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food plant for caterpillars of some Lepidoptera species.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Theobroma grandiflorum has large, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Theobroma grandiflorum can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Theobroma grandiflorum

Theobroma grandiflorum is native to tropical regions of South America.

Theobroma grandiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Theobroma grandiflorum?

Theobroma grandiflorum

What are the common names of Theobroma grandiflorum?

Cupuaçu, Cupuassu, Cupuazú, Guaraná

Where is Theobroma grandiflorum native to?

Tropical South America

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-2520042: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.