Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subincana
ID:
459374

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Repert. Pharm. 35: 23 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458706



Common Names

  • Cupuaçu
  • Cupuassu
  • Theobroma Subincana


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Synonyms

  • Theobroma ferrugineum Bernoulli [unknown]
  • Theobroma guianense (Aubl.) J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Theobroma sylvestris (Aubl.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Theobroma guyanense Voigt [unknown]
  • Theobroma martianum D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Cacao guianensis Aubl. [unknown]
  • Cacao sylvestris Aubl. [unknown]
  • Theobroma ferruginea Bernoulli [unknown]
  • Theobroma guianensis (Aubl.) J.G.Gmel. [unknown]

Description

Theobroma subincana (also called Subincan Theobroma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Theobroma subincana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, windbreaks, and as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Theobroma subincana has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Theobroma subincana can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Theobroma subincana

Theobroma subincana can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Theobroma subincana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Theobroma subincana?

Theobroma subincana

What is the common name of Theobroma subincana?

Cupuacu

What is the natural habitat of Theobroma subincana?

Tropical rainforests of South America

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