Buchenavia capitata

Buchenavia capitata is a tree of the Caribbean and northeastern South-American regions. Its Spanish vernacular names include granadillo, almendro, amarillo and olivo negro, and mirindiba and periquiteira. Its English vernacular name is fourleaf buchenavia. It is also known as Buchenavia tetraphylla Howard.

Taxonomy

It belongs to the order of Myrtales in the class of Equisetopsida. It is considered a synonym of Buchenavia tetraphylla, which is considered the accepted name.

Characteristics

This tree grows to a height of 60 to 80 ft and 2 to 4 ft in diameter; has rather large buttresses, but has good log form above them.

Habitat

This tree is common in the Toro Negro State Forest. It is native to Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands.