Chrysophyllum paranaense
Chrysophyllum paranaense is a tree in the family Sapotaceae, native to Brazil.
| Chrysophyllum paranaense | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Ericales |
| Family: | Sapotaceae |
| Genus: | Chrysophyllum |
| Species: | C. paranaense |
| Binomial name | |
| Chrysophyllum paranaense T.D.Penn.[2] | |
Description
Chrysophyllum paranaense grows up to 16 metres (50 ft) tall. The trunk has a diameter up to 35 cm (14 in). The species is locally used for its timber and fruit.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Chrysophyllum paranaense is native to the Brazilian states of São Paulo and Paraná.[1] Its habitat is in lowland coastal forests.[3]
References
- Pires O'Brien, J. (2021). "Chrysophyllum paranaense". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2021: e.T35385A9925181. Retrieved 29 June 2022.
- "Chrysophyllum paranaense". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 29 June 2022.
- Ken Fern. "Chrysophyllum paranaense". Useful Tropical Plants Database. Retrieved 29 June 2022.
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