Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
prieurii
ID:
857795

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 8: 161. 1844 [mid Mar 1844]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857130



Common Names

  • Prieurii Chrysophyllum
  • Prieurii Star Apple
  • Prieurii Satin-Leaf


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Description

Chrysophyllum prieurii (also called Prieur's Star Apple, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It grows in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum prieurii 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 prieurii 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 prieurii is a small to medium-sized tree, growing to a height of up to 20 m. It is native to tropical Africa and is widely cultivated in the tropics. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum prieurii

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

Chrysophyllum prieurii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum prieurii?

Chrysophyllum prieurii

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum prieurii?

Prieur's chrysophyllum

What is the habitat of Chrysophyllum prieurii?

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,

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