Chrysophyllum viride - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viride
ID:
858473
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart. & Eichler ex Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 7: 102 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857808
Common Names
- Viride Star Apple
- Green Star Apple
- Chrysophyllum Star Apple
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chrysophyllum viride (also called Green 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 viride 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 viride is a small, light green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, light brown caryopsis. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chrysophyllum viride is a tropical tree that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Chrysophyllum viride
Chrysophyllum viride is native to Mexico and can be found in moist meadows, thickets, and forests.
Chrysophyllum viride FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum viride?
Chrysophyllum viride
What is the common name of Chrysophyllum viride?
Green star apple
What is the natural habitat of Chrysophyllum viride?
It is native to tropical regions of the Americas
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-40316: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.