Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
reitzianum
ID:
857920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattos

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 61: 1 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857255



Common Names

  • Reitzianum Reedgrass
  • Reitzianum Calamagrostis
  • Reitzianum Grass


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Description

Chrysophyllum reitzianum (also called Reitz's Star Apple, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It grows in moist to wet soils in rainforests, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum reitzianum is a tropical tree species native to South America. It is used as an ornamental tree and its wood is used for making furniture. Its fruits are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysophyllum reitzianum is a small, yellowish-white spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are slender and have a single narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum reitzianum is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to start seeds indoors in late winter or early spring and transplant them outdoors when the weather warms up. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or fall. Plant the cuttings in the desired location.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum reitzianum

Chrysophyllum reitzianum is native to Central and South America, where it can be found in moist meadows and wetlands.

Chrysophyllum reitzianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum reitzianum?

Chrysophyllum reitzianum

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum reitzianum?

Reitz's Star Apple

Where is Chrysophyllum reitzianum native to?

South 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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