Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kaieteurensis
ID:
282489

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Penn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 52: 358 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281821



Common Names

  • Pouteria Kaieteurensis
  • Kaieteurensis Pouteria
  • Kaieteurensis Tree


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Description

Pouteria kaieteurensis (also called 'Kaieteur', 'Kaieteur-Kaieteur' and 'Kaieteur-Kaieteur-Kaieteur', among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Sapotaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil and Peru. It grows in moist, lowland forests and is often found along riverbanks and in swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Pouteria kaieteurensis 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 kaieteurensis are used as a source of fiber for weaving baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pouteria kaieteurensis 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 kaieteurensis is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil, and is tolerant of drought and poor soils. It is frost-tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of climates.

Where to Find Pouteria kaieteurensis

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

Pouteria kaieteurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pouteria kaieteurensis?

Pouteria kaieteurensis

What is the common name of Pouteria kaieteurensis?

Carmelito

Where is Pouteria kaieteurensis 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,

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