Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
pinnata
ID:
472106

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1776

Citation Micro:
Char. Gen. Pl. : 110 (1776)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471438



Common Names

  • Pometia pinnata
  • Pinnata Pometia
  • Pinnata's Pometia


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Synonyms

  • Nephelium diplocardia (Blume) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Nephelium acuminatum Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Nephelium pinnatum (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Cambess. [unknown]
  • Nephelium eximium Thwaites [unknown]
  • Pometia acuminata Radlk. [unknown]
  • Pometia alnifolia (Blume) King [unknown]
  • Pometia annamica Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Pometia eximia Bedd. [unknown]
  • Pometia coriacea Radlk. [unknown]
  • Pometia glabra (Blume) Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]
  • Pometia gracilis King [unknown]
  • Pometia lecomtei Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Pometia macrocarpa Kurz [unknown]
  • Aphania neoebudica Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Cnesmocarpus excelsus Zipp. ex Blume [unknown]
  • Diplocardia excelsa Zipp. ex Blume [unknown]
  • Dubanus acuminatus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eccremanthus eximius Thwaites [unknown]
  • Euphoria pometia Poir. [unknown]
  • Irina alnifolia Blume [unknown]
  • Irina diplocardia Blume [unknown]
  • Irina glabra Blume [unknown]
  • Aporetica pinnata (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) DC. [unknown]
  • Irina tomentosa Blume [unknown]
  • Pometia tomentosa (Blume) Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]

Description

Pometia pinnata (also called Pinnate Pometia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Malaysia. It has a single trunk and a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a pointed tip and serrated edges. It is found in open woodlands, forest edges, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pometia pinnata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make a beverage called guarana, which is popular in Mexico.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pometia pinnata is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pometia pinnata is a fast-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings taken from mature trees. The seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established. Once established, the tree should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pometia pinnata

Pometia pinnata can be found in Southeast Asia.

Pometia pinnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pometia pinnata?

Pometia pinnata

Where is Pometia pinnata found?

Pometia pinnata is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

What are the uses of Pometia pinnata?

Pometia pinnata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Species in the Pometia genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:784485-1: Based on the initial data import