Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decussata
ID:
282350

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ducke) Baehni

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Candollea 9: 349 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281682



Common Names

  • Pouteria Decussata
  • Decussata
  • Decussata Sapote


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Synonyms

  • Barylucuma decussata Ducke [unknown]

Description

Pouteria decussata (also called 'Mamey de montaña' and 'Mamey de monte', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pouteria decussata is an ornamental plant that is often used as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and can be trained to climb trellises and other structures. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pouteria decussata is white, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pouteria decussata is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 feet in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and prefers full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Pouteria decussata

Pouteria decussata can be found in the Amazon basin of South America.

Pouteria decussata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pouteria decussata?

Pouteria decussata

What is the common name of Pouteria decussata?

Carmelito

Where is Pouteria decussata native to?

Central America

Species in the Pouteria genus

Pouteria adolfi-friedericii, Pouteria alnifolia, Pouteria altissima, Pouteria amapaensis, Pouteria amazonica, Pouteria ambelaniifolia, Pouteria amygdalicarpa, Pouteria amygdalina, Pouteria andarahiensis, Pouteria anomala, Pouteria anteridata, Pouteria arcuata, Pouteria areolatifolia, Pouteria arguacoensium, Pouteria aristata, Pouteria atabapoensis, Pouteria aubrevillei, Pouteria austin-smithii, Pouteria baehniana, Pouteria bangii, Pouteria bapeba, Pouteria beaurepairei, Pouteria belizensis, Pouteria benai, Pouteria bilocularis, Pouteria bonneriana, Pouteria brachyandra, Pouteria bracteata, Pouteria brevensis, Pouteria brevipetiolata, Pouteria briocheoides, Pouteria buenaventurensis, Pouteria bullata, Pouteria butyrocarpa, Pouteria caimito, Pouteria calistophylla, Pouteria campanulata, Pouteria campechiana, Pouteria canaimaensis, Pouteria capacifolia, Pouteria carrieana, Pouteria cayennensis, Pouteria celebica, Pouteria chiricana, Pouteria chocoensis, Pouteria cicatricata, Pouteria cinnamomea, Pouteria cladantha, Pouteria coelomatica, Pouteria collina,

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-164052: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Charles Baehni (1906-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baehni' in the authors string.