Status:
valid
Authors:
Toledo
Source:
wcs
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 2: 29 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282218
Common Names
- Pradosia kuhlmannii
- Kuhlmannii Pradosia
- Kuhlmann's Pradosia
Synonyms
- Chrysophyllum kuhlmannii (Toledo) Stellfeld [unknown]
Description
Pradosia kuhlmannii (also called Kuhlmannii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Sapotaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, reaching up to 15 m (49 ft) tall.
Uses & Benefits
Pradosia kuhlmannii has multiple non-medical uses. It is used as an ornamental plant, as a shade tree, and as a source of timber. It also has environmental benefits, as it helps to improve soil fertility and prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pradosia kuhlmannii are white and fragrant, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pradosia kuhlmannii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Pradosia kuhlmannii
Pradosia kuhlmannii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Pradosia kuhlmannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pradosia kuhlmannii?
Pradosia kuhlmannii
What is the common name of Pradosia kuhlmannii?
Kuhlmannii pradosia
What is the natural habitat of Pradosia kuhlmannii?
Tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Pradosia genus
Pradosia argentea,
Pradosia beardii,
Pradosia brevipes,
Pradosia caracasana,
Pradosia cochlearia,
Pradosia colombiana,
Pradosia cuatrecasasii,
Pradosia decipiens,
Pradosia glaziovii,
Pradosia granulosa,
Pradosia grisebachii,
Pradosia huberi,
Pradosia kuhlmannii,
Pradosia lactescens,
Pradosia montana,
Pradosia mutisii,
Pradosia ptychandra,
Pradosia schomburgkiana,
Pradosia spinosa,
Pradosia subverticillata,
Pradosia surinamensis,
Pradosia verticillata,
Pradosia lahoziana,
Pradosia longipedicellata,
Pradosia restingae,
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,