Couroupita guianensis
(Lecythidaceae)
Names and origins
Characters
Ecology
Uses
Conservation
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Forest type (costal, hill, lowland, peatswamp, mountains, kerangas...)
Forest Layer (emergent, canopy, understory, forest floor, liana...)
Pioneer tree, late sucessional tree
Symbiotic microorganisms (Nitrogen-fixing bacteria, ectomycorrhiza)
Seed dispersal by animals
Pollination by birds, bats, bees, beetles
Symbiosis with animals, ants
Flowering habits and frequency
Seed germination conditions and time
<p>The cannonball tree prefers moist, well-drained soil and thrives in humid, tropical climates. The tree plays an important role in its native habitat as a food source for various animals and insects. The fruits are consumed by birds, monkeys, and bats, which help to disperse the seeds and promote the tree's reproduction. The tree also provides shelter and nesting sites for birds and other wildlife, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the rainforest. Additionally, the Cannonball tree attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies with its fragrant flowers, further supporting the ecosystem.</p>
Couroupita guianensis (Lecythidaceae) Couroupita guianensis (Lecythidaceae)