Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
parvulum
ID:
857599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Arb. Arbust. Venez. : 42 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000856934



Common Names

  • Parvulum Star-apple
  • Chrysophyllum Parvulum
  • Parvulum Starapple


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Description

Chrysophyllum parvulum (also called small chrysophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to tropical regions. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small yellow flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum parvulum is a tree species used for its edible fruits, as an ornamental tree, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysophyllum parvulum is a small, white-greenish, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown drupe with a thin pericarp. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum parvulum is a perennial tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum parvulum

Chrysophyllum parvulum is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Chrysophyllum parvulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum parvulum?

Chrysophyllum parvulum

What type of plant is Chrysophyllum parvulum?

Tree

Where is Chrysophyllum parvulum found?

Tropical America

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,

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