Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
sparsiflorum
ID:
858235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 7: 90 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857570



Common Names

  • Sparsiflorum Chrysophyllum
  • Sparsiflorum Chrysophyllum Tree
  • Sparsiflorum Chrysophyllum Plant


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Description

Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum (also called Sparse-flowered Star-apple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in wet and dry forests. It has a rounded crown, with dark green, glossy leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum has a flower with a single white petal and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown drupe with a length of 1-2mm. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum is a small, evergreen tree that is native to Central America. It typically grows to 10-15’ tall and as wide. It features glossy, dark green, obovate leaves (to 4” long) and small, yellowish-green flowers in spring. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Plant in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soils.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum

Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum?

Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum?

Chocolate Fruit

Where is Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum native to?

Central and 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-40294: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.