Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verticillata
ID:
282902

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods 71: 12 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282234



Common Names

  • Pradosia verticillata
  • Verticillata Pradosia
  • Whorled Pradosia


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Description

Pradosia verticillata (also called Verticillata, 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 verticillata 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 flower of Pradosia verticillata is small and white in color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pradosia verticillata 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 verticillata

Pradosia verticillata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Pradosia verticillata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pradosia verticillata?

Pradosia verticillata

What is the common name of Pradosia verticillata?

Verticillata pradosia

What is the natural habitat of Pradosia verticillata?

Tropical rainforests of South America

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-164577: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.