Status:
valid
Authors:
Aubl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1775
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane : 126 (1775)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407024
Common Names
- Guianensis Tapura
- Guianensis Indian Almond
- Guianensis Indian Walnut
Synonyms
- Rohria petioliflora Willd. [unknown]
- Rohria schreberi J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
- Rohria tapura J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
- Chailletia sessiliflora DC. [unknown]
- Tapura cucullata Benth. [unknown]
- Tapura negrensis Suess. [unknown]
Description
Tapura guianensis (also called Tapura, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in tropical rainforests, and is found at elevations up to 1,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Tapura guianensis is used to make furniture, flooring, and musical instruments. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tapura guianensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tapura guianensis is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Tapura guianensis
Tapura guianensis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Tapura guianensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tapura guianensis?
Tapura guianensis
What is the family of Tapura guianensis?
Clusiaceae
What is the common name of Tapura guianensis?
Guiana Ironwood
Species in the Tapura genus
Tapura guianensis,
Tapura africana,
Tapura fischeri,
Tapura amazonica,
Tapura capitulifera,
Tapura letestui,
Tapura lujai,
Tapura arachnoidea,
Tapura bouquetiana,
Tapura ivorensis,
Tapura juliana,
Tapura bullata,
Tapura colombiana,
Tapura coriacea,
Tapura costata,
Tapura juliani,
Tapura peruviana,
Tapura latifolia,
Tapura cubensis,
Tapura panamensis,
Tapura le-testui,
Tapura neglecta,
Tapura tessmannii,
Tapura acreana,
Tapura juruana,
Tapura ferreyrae,
Tapura magnifolia,
Tapura wurdackiana,
Tapura singularis,
Tapura orbicularis,
Tapura haitiensis,
Tapura lanceolata,
Tapura mexicana,
Tapura carinata,
Tapura follii,
Tapura tchoutoi,
Tapura zei-limae,
Tapura martiniae,
Species in the Dichapetalaceae family
Dichapetalum neglectum,
Dichapetalum acuminatum,
Dichapetalum affine,
Dichapetalum alaotrense,
Dichapetalum albidum,
Dichapetalum altescandens,
Dichapetalum angolense,
Dichapetalum arachnoideum,
Dichapetalum arenarium,
Dichapetalum asplundeanum,
Dichapetalum axillare,
Dichapetalum bangii,
Dichapetalum barbatum,
Dichapetalum barbosae,
Dichapetalum barteri,
Dichapetalum beilschmiedioides,
Dichapetalum bellum,
Dichapetalum berendinae,
Dichapetalum bernalii,
Dichapetalum bocageanum,
Dichapetalum bodyi,
Dichapetalum bojeri,
Dichapetalum braunii,
Dichapetalum brenesii,
Dichapetalum bullatum,
Dichapetalum chalotii,
Dichapetalum chlorinum,
Dichapetalum choristilum,
Dichapetalum coelhoi,
Dichapetalum congoense,
Dichapetalum crassifolium,
Dichapetalum cymosum,
Dichapetalum cymulosum,
Dichapetalum deflexum,
Dichapetalum dewevrei,
Dichapetalum dewildei,
Dichapetalum dictyospermum,
Dichapetalum discolor,
Dichapetalum donnell-smithii,
Dichapetalum edule,
Dichapetalum eickii,
Dichapetalum fadenii,
Dichapetalum filicaule,
Dichapetalum findouense,
Dichapetalum foreroi,
Dichapetalum froesii,
Dichapetalum fructuosum,
Dichapetalum gabonense,
Dichapetalum gassitae,
Dichapetalum gelonioides,