Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
hirsutum
ID:
856261

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cronquist

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 72: 198 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000855596



Common Names

  • Hairy star-apple
  • Hairy chrysophyllum
  • Hairy satin-leaf


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Description

Chrysophyllum hirsutum (also called hairy star-apple, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a deciduous tree with a spreading habit and grows to a height of 5-15 m. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum hirsutum is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food plant, as its leaves and fruits are edible. The leaves and fruits are also used to make tea and jams.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysophyllum hirsutum has small, yellow flowers that are about 3 mm in diameter. Its seeds are small and black, about 1.5 mm in diameter. The seedlings have short, thick stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum hirsutum is a perennial tree that is native to South America. It is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that grows up to 30 feet tall and spreads by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum hirsutum

Chrysophyllum hirsutum can be found in the southeastern United States, including Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.

Chrysophyllum hirsutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum hirsutum?

Chrysophyllum hirsutum

What is the family of Chrysophyllum hirsutum?

Sapotaceae

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum hirsutum?

Hairy star apple

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-40105: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Cronquist (1919-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cronquist' in the authors string.