Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
utile
ID:
573119

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Oken

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Allg. Naturgesch. 3(3): 1571 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572451



Common Names

  • Brosimum utile
  • Utile Brosimum
  • Utile Brosimum Utile


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Synonyms

  • Piratinera utilis Baill. [unknown]
  • Brosimum galactodendron D.Don ex Sweet [unknown]
  • Brosimum humboldtii Carrière [unknown]
  • Brosimum refractum Mart. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Galactodendrum utile Kunth [unknown]
  • Brosimum utile utile [unknown]
  • Alicastrum utile Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Brosimum utile (also called Useful Breadnut, among many other common names) is a large tree native to Central and South America. It has thick, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brosimum utile is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brosimum utile sub. allenii (Woodson) C.C.Berg
Brosimum utile sub. ovatifolium (Ducke) C.C.Berg

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brosimum utile is small and yellow. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brosimum utile is a tropical tree that is native to Central and South America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Brosimum utile

Brosimum utile can be found in Central and South America, primarily in Mexico, Guatemala, and Colombia.

Brosimum utile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brosimum utile?

Brosimum utile

What type of plant is Brosimum utile?

It is a species of tree in the family Moraceae.

Where is Brosimum utile found?

It is found in Central America and the Caribbean.

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2683645: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Lorenz Oken (1779-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oken' in the authors string.