Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
giganteum
ID:
533724

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Hancock ex Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(2): 410 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533056

Common Names

  • Anacardium giganteum
  • Giganteum Anacardium
  • Giant Anacardium

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Description

Anacardium giganteum (also called Giant cashew, among many other common names) is a large tree native to the tropical Americas. It can grow up to 15 meters tall and has a wide spreading crown. It prefers moist habitats, such as tropical rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Anacardium giganteum is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacardium giganteum has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacardium giganteum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Anacardium giganteum

Anacardium giganteum can be found in Brazil.

Anacardium giganteum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Anacardium giganteum?

Anacardium giganteum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What is the typical size of Anacardium giganteum?

Anacardium giganteum typically grows to be about 5-10 m in height.

What is the typical lifespan of Anacardium giganteum?

Anacardium giganteum typically lives for about 10-20 years.

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635899: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
John Hancock (1808-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Hancock' in the authors string.