Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yumana
ID:
1412605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alain) T.N.C.Vasconc.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 348(1): 37. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425070



Common Names

  • Pimenta yumana
  • Yumana Allspice
  • Yumana Pepper


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Description

Pimenta yumana (also called Yuman Pimenta, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady areas, often near streams and other bodies of water.

Uses & Benefits

Pimenta yumana is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pimenta yumana has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pimenta yumana can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in spring, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 18-21°C. Germination usually takes around 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Pimenta yumana

Pimenta yumana is native to the Amazon biome in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Amazonas, Pará, and Roraima.

Pimenta yumana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pimenta yumana?

Pimenta yumana

What is the common name of Pimenta yumana?

Yuman Pimenta

What is the natural habitat of Pimenta yumana?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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

Henri Alain Liogier (1916-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alain' in the authors string.
Thais N.C. Vasconcelos (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.N.C.Vasconc.' in the authors string.