Aporosa acuminata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
248847
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thwaites
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 288 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248179
Common Names
- Aporosa acuminata
- Cupuacu do Sul
- Cupuacu do Mato
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aporosa acuminata (also called Aporosa, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to India and is found in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.
Uses & Benefits
Aporosa acuminata is used as an ornamental plant for its edible fruits. The fruits are used to make jams, jellies, and juices. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aporosa acuminata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aporosa acuminata is a tropical fruit tree native to Brazil. It is best grown in full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix with good drainage.
Where to Find Aporosa acuminata
Aporosa acuminata is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Aporosa acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aporosa acuminata?
Aporosa acuminata
What is the common name of Aporosa acuminata?
Acuminata aporosa
What is the origin of Aporosa acuminata?
South America
Species in the Aporosa genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-13189: Based on the initial data import
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.