Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
aulacocarpum
ID:
854867

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ernst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Flora 57: 214 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000854202



Common Names

  • Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum
  • Star Apple
  • Caimitillo
  • Golden Leaf Tree


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Description

Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum (also called Star Apple, Caimitillo, Caimito, Golden Leaf Tree, and Milk Tree, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Sapotaceae family. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and heavily degraded former forest.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of nectar for bees, and for its edible fruits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum is a tropical tree that is native to Central and South America. It prefers warm, humid conditions and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum

Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in wetland areas.

Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum?

Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum

What type of plant is Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum?

Tree

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum?

Aulacocarpum chrysophyllum

Species in the Chrysophyllum genus

Chrysophyllum contumacense, Chrysophyllum manabiense, Chrysophyllum wilsonii, Chrysophyllum acreanum, Chrysophyllum africanum, Chrysophyllum albidum, Chrysophyllum albipilum, Chrysophyllum amazonicum, Chrysophyllum arenarium, Chrysophyllum argenteum, Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum, Chrysophyllum bicolor, Chrysophyllum bombycinum, Chrysophyllum brenesii, Chrysophyllum cainito, Chrysophyllum colombianum, Chrysophyllum cuneifolium, Chrysophyllum durifructum, Chrysophyllum euryphyllum, Chrysophyllum eximium, Chrysophyllum flexuosum, Chrysophyllum gonocarpum, Chrysophyllum hirsutum, Chrysophyllum imperiale, Chrysophyllum inornatum, Chrysophyllum januariense, Chrysophyllum lanatum, Chrysophyllum lucentifolium, Chrysophyllum manaosense, Chrysophyllum marginatum, Chrysophyllum mexicanum, Chrysophyllum ogowense, Chrysophyllum oliviforme, Chrysophyllum ovale, Chrysophyllum papuanicum, Chrysophyllum paranaense, Chrysophyllum parvulum, Chrysophyllum pauciflorum, Chrysophyllum perpulchrum, Chrysophyllum perrieri, Chrysophyllum pomiferum, Chrysophyllum prieurii, Chrysophyllum reitzianum, Chrysophyllum revolutum, Chrysophyllum roxburghii, Chrysophyllum rufum, Chrysophyllum sanguinolentum, Chrysophyllum scalare, Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum, Chrysophyllum splendens,

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39971: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Ernst (1832-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ernst' in the authors string.