Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sipapoensis
ID:
282774

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Penn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 52: 367 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282106

Common Names

  • Sipapoensis Sapote
  • Caimito
  • Pouteria Sipapoensis

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Description

Pouteria sipapoensis (also called Sipapo Sapote, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Amazon region of South America and grows in moist forests. It has a single trunk with smooth, gray bark and glossy, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pouteria sipapoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a street tree. It is also used for its edible fruits which are rich in antioxidants and have a sweet, nutty flavor. The wood is used for making furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pouteria sipapoensis is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval shape. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pouteria sipapoensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Pouteria sipapoensis

Pouteria sipapoensis is native to Venezuela.

Pouteria sipapoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pouteria sipapoensis?

Pouteria sipapoensis

What is the common name of Pouteria sipapoensis?

Sipapo pouteria

What is the natural habitat of Pouteria sipapoensis?

Tropical rainforests of South 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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