Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calophylla
ID:
448504

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) C.C.Berg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 18: 464 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447836



Common Names

  • Calophylla Maquira
  • Calophylla Maquira Tree
  • Calophylla Maquira Wood


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Synonyms

  • Olmedia calophylla Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Olmedioperebea calophylla (Poepp. & Endl.) Ducke [unknown]
  • Perebea calophylla (Poepp. & Endl.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks. [unknown]
  • Perebea calophylla (Poepp. & Endl.) Benth. ex Pittier [deprecated]

Description

Maquira calophylla (also called calophyllum tree, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Moraceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maquira calophylla is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maquira calophylla is yellowish-green in color and has a sweet fragrance. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maquira calophylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and planted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Maquira calophylla

Maquira calophylla is native to the tropical rainforest of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Maquira calophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maquira calophylla?

Maquira calophylla

What is the natural habitat of Maquira calophylla?

Maquira calophylla is native to Central and South America.

What are the uses of Maquira calophylla?

Maquira calophylla is used for medicinal purposes.

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-2501271: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Christiaan Berg (1934-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Berg' in the authors string.