Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
surinamensis
ID:
425224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stafleu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Meded. Bot. Mus. Herb. Rijks Univ. Utrecht 95: 439 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424556



Common Names

  • Vochysia surinamensis
  • Surinam Vochysia
  • Surinamensis Vochysia


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Synonyms

  • Vochysia surinamensis surinamensis [unknown]

Description

Vochysia surinamensis (also called Surinam Vochysia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Central and South America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vochysia surinamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vochysia surinamensis var. inflata Stafleu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vochysia surinamensis is small, yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vochysia surinamensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by seed in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vochysia surinamensis

Vochysia surinamensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Vochysia surinamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vochysia surinamensis?

Vochysia surinamensis

What is the common name of Vochysia surinamensis?

Surinam Vochysia

What is the natural habitat of Vochysia surinamensis?

Vochysia surinamensis is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Species in the Vochysia genus

Vochysia pacifica, Vochysia saccata, Vochysia penae, Vochysia pauciflora, Vochysia calophylla, Vochysia tucanorum, Vochysia tomentosa, Vochysia splendens, Vochysia rotundifolia, Vochysia vismiifolia, Vochysia jonkeri, Vochysia megalantha, Vochysia martiana, Vochysia mariziana, Vochysia mapuerae, Vochysia magna, Vochysia lopezpalacioi, Vochysia liscanoi, Vochysia lehmannii, Vochysia ledouxii, Vochysia laxiflora, Vochysia venezuelana, Vochysia tillettii, Vochysia surinamensis, Vochysia meridensis, Vochysia jefensis, Vochysia spathiphylla, Vochysia pachyantha, Vochysia ortegae, Vochysia steyermarkiana, Vochysia julianensis, Vochysia catingae, Vochysia cassiquiarensis, Vochysia columbiensis, Vochysia aurantiaca, Vochysia assua, Vochysia artantha, Vochysia apopetala, Vochysia angustifolia, Vochysia allenii, Vochysia pygmaea, Vochysia bautistae, Vochysia hannekesaskiae, Vochysia gigantea, Vochysia gentryi, Vochysia garcia-barrigae, Vochysia expansa, Vochysia elegans, Vochysia duquei, Vochysia rubiginosa,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2461065: Based on the initial data import
Frans Stafleu (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stafleu' in the authors string.