Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
scalare
ID:
858120

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Penn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 52: 590 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857455



Common Names

  • Scalar Star-Apple
  • Caimitillo
  • Star-Apple


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Description

Chrysophyllum scalare (also called Scaly-leaved star-apple, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in moist, tropical climates and is found in forests and along roadsides. It has glossy, dark green leaves and grows to heights of up to 15 m (50 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum scalare is a species of tree used for timber, fuel, and ornamental purposes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysophyllum scalare is a small, yellowish-white star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and wiry, with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum scalare is a small, evergreen tree native to the tropical regions of Africa. It grows up to 10 m tall, with glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers in summer. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum scalare

Chrysophyllum scalare can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Chrysophyllum scalare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum scalare?

Chrysophyllum scalare

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum scalare?

Mountain Star Apple

What is the natural habitat of Chrysophyllum scalare?

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-40283: Based on the initial data import
Terence Dale Pennington (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Penn.' in the authors string.