Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
venezuelanense
ID:
858451

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pierre) T.D.Penn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 52: 607 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857786



Common Names

  • Venezuelanense Star Apple
  • Venezuelan Star Apple
  • Chrysophyllum Star Apple


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Description

Chrysophyllum venezuelanense (also called Venezuelan Chrysophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in moist, shady areas, such as along riverbanks and in mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum venezuelanense is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysophyllum venezuelanense 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 venezuelanense is a perennial tree native to South America. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring and kept moist until germination, which can take up to several weeks.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum venezuelanense

Chrysophyllum venezuelanense is native to Venezuela and can be found in moist meadows, thickets, and forests.

Chrysophyllum venezuelanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum venezuelanense?

Chrysophyllum venezuelanense

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum venezuelanense?

Venezuelan star apple

Where is Chrysophyllum venezuelanense 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-40314: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
Terence Dale Pennington (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Penn.' in the authors string.