Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
concinnum
ID:
555647

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 4(2): 404 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554979

Common Names

  • Astronium Concinnum
  • Concinnum Astronium
  • Elegant Astronium

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Synonyms

  • Myracrodruon concinnus Engl. [unknown]

Description

Astronium concinnum (also called smooth astronium, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in a variety of habitats, from tropical rainforests to dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Astronium concinnum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astronium concinnum is a pale pink to white color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are short and thick.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astronium concinnum is a tree that can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Astronium concinnum should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Astronium concinnum

Astronium concinnum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical forests and along riverbanks.

Astronium concinnum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astronium concinnum?

Astronium concinnum

What is the common name of Astronium concinnum?

Smooth-barked Astronium

What is the natural habitat of Astronium concinnum?

It is found in dry, sandy areas in Brazil

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