Calycorectes maracayuensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maracayuensis
ID:
1086990
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barb.Rodr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier ser. 2, 7: 807. 1907
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001086328
Common Names
- Maracayuensis
- Calycorectes
- Calycorectes Maracayuensis
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Calycorectes maracayuensis (also called Maracayu Calycorectes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is a small tree, typically growing up to 10 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, and prefers moist, fertile soils.
Uses & Benefits
Calycorectes maracayuensis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments. The leaves of this plant are used to make tea which is believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used as a flavoring agent in various food products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calycorectes maracayuensis has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.
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Calycorectes maracayuensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Calycorectes maracayuensis
Calycorectes maracayuensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Calycorectes genus
Calycorectes batavorum, Calycorectes bergii, Calycorectes beruttii, Calycorectes costatus, Calycorectes dardanoi, Calycorectes dominicanus, Calycorectes enormis, Calycorectes ferrugineus, Calycorectes grandifolius, Calycorectes langsdorffii, Calycorectes maximus, Calycorectes mexicanus, Calycorectes orlandoi, Calycorectes paranaensis, Calycorectes rodriguesii, Calycorectes schottianus, Calycorectes wurdackii, Calycorectes maracayuensis,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-22104828: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.