Aspidosperma spruceanum facts for kids

Aspidosperma spruceanum is a type of flowering plant. It belongs to a group of plants called the Aspidosperma genus. This plant is native to several countries in South America. You can find it growing naturally in Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, and the Guianas.

Quick facts for kids Aspidosperma spruceanum
Scientific classification
Genus:	Aspidosperma
Species:	spruceanum
Synonyms
Macaglia spruceana (Benth. ex Müll.Arg.) Kuntze Aspidosperma melanocalyx Müll.Arg. in C.F.P. von Martius & auct. suc. Aspidosperma verruculosum Müll.Arg. in C.F.P. von Martius & auct. suc. Aspidosperma leucomelanum Müll.Arg. Macaglia melanocalyx (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze Macaglia verruculosa (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze Aspidosperma steinbachii Markgr. Aspidosperma cruentum Woodson Aspidosperma igapoanum Markgr. Aspidosperma woodsonianum Markgr. Aspidosperma matudae Lundell Aspidosperma paniculatum Azambuja Aspidosperma chiapense Matuda Aspidosperma chiapense f. tenax Matuda Aspidosperma verruculosum var. laeve Monach.

What is Aspidosperma spruceanum?

Aspidosperma spruceanum is a specific kind of plant. It is known as a flowering plant. This means it produces flowers as part of its life cycle. These flowers later turn into seeds.

Its Scientific Name

Every living thing has a scientific name. This helps scientists around the world know exactly which plant or animal they are talking about. The name Aspidosperma spruceanum tells us it's part of the Aspidosperma group. The second part, spruceanum, helps identify this specific species.

Where Does This Plant Grow?

This plant is native to certain parts of South America. "Native to" means it grows naturally in these areas. It has been found there for a very long time.

Countries Where It's Found

You can find Aspidosperma spruceanum in these countries:

• Brazil
• Bolivia
• Peru
• The Guianas (which include French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname)

These regions have the right climate and soil for this plant to thrive.

See also

In Spanish: Aspidosperma spruceanum para niños