Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pomiferum
ID:
857773

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eyma) T.D.Penn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 52: 602 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857108



Common Names

  • Pomiferum Chrysophyllum
  • Pomiferum Star Apple
  • Pomiferum Satin-Leaf


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Description

Chrysophyllum pomiferum (also called Osage Orange, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to North America. It grows in open woodlands, prairies, and other dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum pomiferum is a species of tree that is used in landscaping and as a source of timber. It is also used to provide habitat for wildlife and as a source of food for humans.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysophyllum pomiferum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, slender, and reddish-brown in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum pomiferum is a perennial tree native to the western United States. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum pomiferum

Chrysophyllum pomiferum is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Chrysophyllum pomiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum pomiferum?

Chrysophyllum pomiferum

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum pomiferum?

Apple-leaf chrysophyllum

What is the habitat of Chrysophyllum pomiferum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-40250: Based on the initial data import
Terence Dale Pennington (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Penn.' in the authors string.
Pierre Joseph Eyma (1903-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eyma' in the authors string.