Maranthes corymbosa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Maranthes corymbosa |
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Maranthes
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corymbosa
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Maranthes corymbosa is a type of tree that belongs to the Chrysobalanaceae plant family. Its scientific name, corymbosa, comes from an old Greek word meaning "cluster." This name describes how the tree's flowers grow together in groups or clusters.
About the Maranthes Corymbosa Tree
Maranthes corymbosa can grow very tall, reaching up to 30 meters (about 98 feet) high. Its trunk can be quite wide, up to 1.5 meters (about 5 feet) across. The bark of the tree is smooth and has a grey-brown color.
The flowers of this tree are a pretty pink color with hints of white. After the flowers, the tree produces fruits that are shaped like an oval. These fruits can grow up to 4 centimeters (about 1.6 inches) long and are safe to eat. People in some areas use the wood from this tree for building things.
Where It Grows
You can find Maranthes corymbosa growing naturally in several places. These include Thailand, a region called Malesia, the Solomon Islands, the Caroline Islands, and Australia. It has also been found in Panama. This tree likes to grow in forests, from areas right by the sea up to mountains as high as 1500 meters (about 4,900 feet).
