Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Picramniales
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocarpa
ID:
475415

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 578 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474747

Common Names

  • Picramnia sphaerocarpa
  • Caboclo-Pau-de-Caboclo
  • Caboclo-Pau

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Synonyms

  • Comocladia loxensis Kunth [unknown]

Description

Picramnia sphaerocarpa (also called Sphaerocarpa, among many other common names) is a small tree with white flowers and yellow-green fruits. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a popular ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Picramnia sphaerocarpa is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and digestive problems. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and as a tonic. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves and fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Picramnia sphaerocarpa is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and round, with a black and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picramnia sphaerocarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Picramnia sphaerocarpa

Picramnia sphaerocarpa is native to Central and South America.

Picramnia sphaerocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Picramnia sphaerocarpa?

Picramnia sphaerocarpa

What are the common names of Picramnia sphaerocarpa?

Common names of Picramnia sphaerocarpa include Spherical-fruited picramnia and Spherical-fruited false picramnia.

What type of plant is Picramnia sphaerocarpa?

Picramnia sphaerocarpa is a species of flowering plant in the family Simaroubaceae.

Species in the Picramnia genus

Picramnia polyantha, Picramnia pentandra, Picramnia sellowii, Picramnia sphaerocarpa, Picramnia spruceana, Picramnia magnifolia, Picramnia reticulata, Picramnia matudae, Picramnia nuriensis, Picramnia teapensis, Picramnia villosa, Picramnia caracasana, Picramnia apetala, Picramnia antidesma, Picramnia latifolia, Picramnia juniniana, Picramnia macrocarpa, Picramnia ferrea, Picramnia dictyoneura, Picramnia emarginata, Picramnia grandifolia, Picramnia gracilis, Picramnia tumbesina, Picramnia bahiensis, Picramnia ciliata, Picramnia glazioviana, Picramnia ramiflora, Picramnia xalapensis, Picramnia killipii, Picramnia parvifolia, Picramnia bullata, Picramnia deflexa, Picramnia guerrerensis, Picramnia hirsuta, Picramnia dolichobotrya, Picramnia elliptica, Picramnia mexicana, Picramnia gardneri, Picramnia guianensis, Picramnia oreadica, Picramnia campestris, Picramnia excelsa, Picramnia andrade-limae, Picramnia thomasii, Picramnia coccinea,

Species in the Picramniaceae family

Alvaradoa amorphoides, Alvaradoa arborescens, Alvaradoa haitiensis, Alvaradoa jamaicensis, Alvaradoa lewisii, Alvaradoa subovata, Nothotalisia cancellata, Nothotalisia piranii, Nothotalisia peruviana, Picramnia polyantha, Picramnia pentandra, Picramnia sellowii, Picramnia sphaerocarpa, Picramnia spruceana, Picramnia magnifolia, Picramnia reticulata, Picramnia matudae, Picramnia nuriensis, Picramnia teapensis, Picramnia villosa, Picramnia caracasana, Picramnia apetala, Picramnia antidesma, Picramnia latifolia, Picramnia juniniana, Picramnia macrocarpa, Picramnia ferrea, Picramnia dictyoneura, Picramnia emarginata, Picramnia grandifolia, Picramnia gracilis, Picramnia tumbesina, Picramnia bahiensis, Picramnia ciliata, Picramnia glazioviana, Picramnia ramiflora, Picramnia xalapensis, Picramnia killipii, Picramnia parvifolia, Picramnia bullata, Picramnia deflexa, Picramnia guerrerensis, Picramnia hirsuta, Picramnia dolichobotrya, Picramnia elliptica, Picramnia mexicana, Picramnia gardneri, Picramnia guianensis, Picramnia oreadica, Picramnia campestris,

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