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Cannonball Tree

Couroupita guianensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ericales ›Family: Lecythidaceae ›Genus: Couroupita

About

Couroupita guianensis, known by a variety of common names including cannonball tree, is a deciduous tree in the family Lecythidaceae, which also includes the Brazil nut (Bertholletia excelsa) and Paradise nut Lecythis zabucajo. It is native to the rainforests of Central and South America, and it is cultivated in many other tropical areas throughout the world because of its beautiful, fragrant flowers and large, interesting fruits. There are medicinal uses for many parts of Couroupita guianensis,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cannonball Tree?
The scientific name of Cannonball Tree is Couroupita guianensis.
What is the conservation status of Cannonball Tree?
The Cannonball Tree has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Cannonball Tree belong to?
Cannonball Tree belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Cannonball Tree belong to?
Cannonball Tree belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Cannonball Tree belong to?
Cannonball Tree belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Cannonball Tree belong to?
Cannonball Tree belongs to the order Ericales.
What family does Cannonball Tree belong to?
Cannonball Tree belongs to the family Lecythidaceae.
What genus does Cannonball Tree belong to?
Cannonball Tree belongs to the genus Couroupita.