Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
712071

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav. ex G.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 100 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711404

Common Names

  • Microcarpa Guatteria
  • Microcarpa Tree
  • Microcarpa Tree Guatteria

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Description

Guatteria microcarpa (also called Gualteria microcarpa, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has a smooth, gray bark and light green, glossy leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Guatteria microcarpa has been used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guatteria microcarpa is white or yellowish-white, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guatteria microcarpa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, shaded position. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide plenty of indirect light. Guatteria microcarpa is a fast-growing plant and can reach a height of up to 85 feet.

Where to Find Guatteria microcarpa

Guatteria microcarpa is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Guatteria microcarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guatteria microcarpa?

Guatteria microcarpa

What is the natural habitat of Guatteria microcarpa?

Guatteria microcarpa is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

What is the average height of Guatteria microcarpa?

Guatteria microcarpa can reach heights of up to 115 feet.

Species in the Guatteria genus

Guatteria aberrans, Guatteria acrantha, Guatteria intermedia, Guatteria reinaldii, Guatteria rostrata, Guatteria zamorae, Guatteria aeruginosa, Guatteria alata, Guatteria allenii, Guatteria alta, Guatteria alticola, Guatteria amplifolia, Guatteria atabapensis, Guatteria australis, Guatteria ayangannae, Guatteria bernardii, Guatteria blainii, Guatteria blepharophylla, Guatteria campestris, Guatteria candolleana, Guatteria caribaea, Guatteria chasmantha, Guatteria chiriquiensis, Guatteria choroniensis, Guatteria chrysophylla, Guatteria cinnamomea, Guatteria citriodora, Guatteria clusiifolia, Guatteria conspicua, Guatteria costaricensis, Guatteria crassipes, Guatteria cuatrecasasii, Guatteria decurrens, Guatteria denudata, Guatteria discolor, Guatteria dolichophylla, Guatteria dolichopoda, Guatteria duckeana, Guatteria dura, Guatteria elata, Guatteria elegans, Guatteria elegantissima, Guatteria elongata, Guatteria eriopoda, Guatteria eugeniifolia, Guatteria ferruginea, Guatteria flexilis, Guatteria foliosa, Guatteria galeottiana, Guatteria goudotiana,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73514-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.