Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
274065

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lundell) Lundell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 4: 159 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273397



Common Names

  • Guatemalan Allspice
  • Guatemalan Pimento
  • Guatemalan Pepper


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Description

Pimenta guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan Pimenta, among many other common names) is a species of tree found in the tropical regions of the Caribbean. It has a grey-brown bark and large, white-spotted leaves, and grows in humid, shady areas, such as forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pimenta guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pimenta guatemalensis has a white flower with yellow-green stripes. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pimenta guatemalensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pimenta guatemalensis

Pimenta guatemalensis is native to Guatemala. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Pimenta guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pimenta guatemalensis?

Pimenta guatemalensis

What is the common name of Pimenta guatemalensis?

Guatemalan Pepper

What is the natural habitat of Pimenta guatemalensis?

Tropical forests of the Caribbean

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,

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