Carapa akuri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Poncy, Forget & Kenfack
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 61: 367 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746203
Common Names
- Akuri Carapa
- Akuri Andiroba
- Akuri Crabwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carapa akuri (also called Andiroba, among many other common names) is a tree species native to South America, found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has a straight trunk and is typically between 20 and 30 meters tall. The leaves are oblong-elliptic in shape, and the flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Carapa akuri is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are often used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Carapa akuri is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Carapa akuri is a perennial tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Carapa akuri
Carapa akuri is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Carapa akuri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carapa akuri?
Carapa akuri
What is the natural habitat of Carapa akuri?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the conservation status of Carapa akuri?
Least Concern
Species in the Carapa genus
Carapa angustifolia, Carapa batesii, Carapa dinklagei, Carapa grandiflora, Carapa guianensis, Carapa hygrophila, Carapa macrantha, Carapa megistocarpa, Carapa microcarpa, Carapa nicaraguensis, Carapa parviflora, Carapa surinamensis, Carapa velutina, Carapa akuri, Carapa longipetala, Carapa alticola, Carapa vasquezii, Carapa llanocarti, Carapa klaineana, Carapa procera, Carapa planadensis, Carapa gogo, Carapa amorphocarpa, Carapa littoralis,
Species in the Meliaceae family
Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2899436: Based on the initial data import
Odile Poncy (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poncy' in the authors string.
David Kenfack (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kenfack' in the authors string.
Pierre-Michel Forget (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forget' in the authors string.