Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glomerata
ID:
282448

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 12: 333 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281780



Common Names

  • Pouteria glomerata
  • Glomerata Pouteria
  • Glomerata


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Synonyms

  • Labatia glomerata Pohl ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Labatia glomorata Radlk. ex Engl. & Prantl [unknown]
  • Lucuma glomerata Miq. [unknown]
  • Neolabatia glomerata (Miq.) Aubrév. [unknown]
  • Richardella glomerata (Miq.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Guapeba glomerata Pierre [unknown]
  • Abatia glomerata Radlk. [unknown]
  • Richardella glomerata glomerata [unknown]
  • Richardella glomerata glabrescens Huber [unknown]
  • Labatia glomerata (Miq.) Radlk. [unknown]
  • Pouteria glomerata typica Baehni [unknown]

Description

Pouteria glomerata (also called Glomerate, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the highlands of Central and South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow stamens. The fruits are yellow and orange, with a sweet, aromatic flavor. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands, and is often cultivated for its edible fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Pouteria glomerata is used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, such as fever, diarrhea, and stomachache. It is also used as a food source, as its fruits are edible and can be used in jams, jellies, and other desserts. The leaves of Pouteria glomerata are used as a source of fiber for weaving baskets and mats.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pouteria glomerata sub. glomerata
Pouteria glomerata sub. stylosa (Pierre) T.D.Penn.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pouteria glomerata is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pouteria glomerata is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). Prune to shape and remove dead or damaged branches.

Where to Find Pouteria glomerata

Pouteria glomerata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pouteria glomerata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pouteria glomerata?

Pouteria glomerata

What is the common name of Pouteria glomerata?

Glomerata Pouteria

What is the natural habitat of Pouteria glomerata?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests

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,

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