Theobroma velutinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benoist
Source:
tro
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 27: 113 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238137
Common Names
- Theobroma velutinum
- Velvet Theobroma
- Velvet Cacao
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Theobroma velutinum (also called Velvet Cocoa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has glossy green leaves and small white or pink flowers. It grows in tropical forests and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Theobroma velutinum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Theobroma velutinum is yellow, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Theobroma velutinum is a perennial plant native to tropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a potting mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Theobroma velutinum
Theobroma velutinum can be found in South America, including Brazil and Peru.
Theobroma velutinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Theobroma velutinum?
Theobroma velutinum
What is the habitat of Theobroma velutinum?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What is the flowering period of Theobroma velutinum?
It flowers from March to June.
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,
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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 tro-50097775: Based on the initial data import
Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.