Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
dentata
ID:
630105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moc. & Sessé

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 614 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629437



Common Names

  • Cupania Dentata
  • Dentata Cupania
  • Cupania Tree


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Synonyms

  • Stadmannia frigida Linden [unknown]
  • Cupania frigida Linden [unknown]

Description

Cupania dentata (also called Toothed Cupania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It typically grows to a height of 4-7 m and has a spread of 2-4 m. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins, often in moist, sheltered gullies and along creek banks.

Uses & Benefits

Cupania dentata has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cupania dentata is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cupania dentata is a small, evergreen tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Cupania dentata

Cupania dentata is native to the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Cupania dentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cupania dentata?

Cupania dentata

What is the common name of Cupania dentata?

Toothed Cupania

What is the natural habitat of Cupania dentata?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, moist deciduous forests, and dry deciduous forests

Species in the Cupania genus

Cupania americana, Cupania belizensis, Cupania bracteosa, Cupania castaneifolia, Cupania cinerea, Cupania clavelligera, Cupania concolor, Cupania congestiflora, Cupania crassifolia, Cupania dentata, Cupania diphylla, Cupania dukei, Cupania emarginata, Cupania fluminensis, Cupania furfuracea, Cupania glabra, Cupania grandiflora, Cupania guatemalensis, Cupania hirsuta, Cupania hispida, Cupania impressinervia, Cupania inaequilatera, Cupania juglandifolia, Cupania kukenanica, Cupania lanuginosa, Cupania largifolia, Cupania latifolia, Cupania liberiana, Cupania livida, Cupania longicaudata, Cupania ludowigii, Cupania mayana, Cupania mollis, Cupania moraesiana, Cupania oblongifolia, Cupania olivacea, Cupania paniculata, Cupania platycarpa, Cupania polyodonta, Cupania polyzyga, Cupania racemosa, Cupania radlkoferi, Cupania rigida, Cupania riopalenquensis, Cupania rufescens, Cupania rugosa, Cupania schizoneura, Cupania scrobiculata, Cupania seemannii, Cupania semiglabra,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2747516: Based on the initial data import
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.