Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligantha
ID:
274077

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 513 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273409



Common Names

  • Oligantha Allspice
  • Oligantha Pimento
  • Oligantha Pepper


Searching for Pimenta oligantha? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Myrcia emarginata (Moldenke) Alain [illegitimate]
  • Pimenta myrciaefolia Borhidi & O.Muñiz [unknown]

Description

Pimenta oligantha (also called Oliganthe Pimenta, among many other common names) is an erect shrub or small tree growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It is found in lowland and hill forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pimenta oligantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as headaches, stomachaches, and skin infections. It is also used in perfumery and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pimenta oligantha is white and has five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

Searching for Pimenta oligantha? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Pimenta oligantha 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 oligantha

Pimenta oligantha is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Pimenta oligantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pimenta oligantha?

Pimenta oligantha

What is the common name of Pimenta oligantha?

Oligantha Allspice

What type of habitat does Pimenta oligantha prefer?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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 kew-156152: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.