Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
273950

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.J.Lam) Aubrév.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 3: 330 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273282



Common Names

  • Pichonia
  • Occidentalis Pichonia
  • Pichonia Occidentalis


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Synonyms

  • Lucuma occidentalis H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Pouteria occidentalis (H.J.Lam) Baehni [unknown]
  • Richardella occidentalis (H.J.Lam) Baehni [unknown]

Description

Pichonia occidentalis (also called Occidentalis 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 occidentalis 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 occidentalis 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 occidentalis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Pichonia occidentalis

Pichonia occidentalis is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.

Pichonia occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pichonia occidentalis?

Pichonia occidentalis

What is the common name of Pichonia occidentalis?

Occidentalis pichonia

Where is Pichonia occidentalis found?

Pichonia occidentalis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156022: Based on the initial data import
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.
Herman Johannes Lam (1892-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Lam' in the authors string.