Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
papuanicum
ID:
857556

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dubard) Pierre ex P.Royen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Blumea 8: 426 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000856891



Common Names

  • Chrysophyllum papuanicum
  • Papuan Chrysophyllum
  • Papuan Chrysophyllum Tree


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Description

Chrysophyllum papuanicum (also called Chrysophyllum papuanicum, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has large, glossy leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in forests, roadsides, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum papuanicum is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Chrysophyllum papuanicum has a white to yellowish-green flower. Seed: The seeds of Chrysophyllum papuanicum are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Chrysophyllum papuanicum are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum papuanicum is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into individual containers and grown until they are ready to be planted out in the garden.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum papuanicum

Chrysophyllum papuanicum can be found in the tropical forests of Papua New Guinea.

Chrysophyllum papuanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum papuanicum?

Chrysophyllum papuanicum

What is the family of Chrysophyllum papuanicum?

Sapotaceae

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum papuanicum?

Papuan 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

Marcel Dubard (1873-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dubard' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:786512-1: Based on the initial data import