Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
planadensis
ID:
1316693

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kenfack

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 180 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329147



Common Names

  • Carapa planadensis
  • Planada Carapa
  • Planada Andiroba


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Description

Carapa planadensis (also called Planadensis Carapa, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 500-1000m. It has a tall, upright trunk with a few branches and large, green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Carapa planadensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carapa planadensis is yellow and has a bell-like shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are delicate and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carapa planadensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed.

Where to Find Carapa planadensis

Carapa planadensis is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Carapa planadensis FAQ

What is the common name of Carapa planadensis?

Planadensis Carapa

What type of soil does Carapa planadensis prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What type of climate does Carapa planadensis prefer?

Humid, tropical climate

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

David Kenfack (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kenfack' in the authors string.