Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balansana
ID:
273943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Notes Bot. Sapot. : 23 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273275



Common Names

  • Pichonia
  • Balansana Pichonia
  • Pichonia Balansana


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Synonyms

  • Lucuma pyriformis Dubard [unknown]
  • Chrysophyllum pyriforme Baill. [unknown]
  • Epiluma pyriformis Baill. [unknown]

Description

Pichonia balansana (also called Balansana Pichonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in humid, lowland forests and in disturbed sites, from sea level to 1,500 m in elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Pichonia balansana is used in traditional medicine to treat skin disorders, wounds, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a source of food and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pichonia balansana is a white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pichonia balansana is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Pichonia balansana

Pichonia balansana is native to South America.

Pichonia balansana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pichonia balansana?

Pichonia balansana

What is the common name of Pichonia balansana?

Balansana pichonia

Where is Pichonia balansana found?

Pichonia balansana is found in Madagascar

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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