Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
fraxinifolium
ID:
555651

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554983

Common Names

  • Astronium Fraxinifolium
  • Fraxinifolium Astronium
  • Ash-Leaf Astronium

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Synonyms

  • Astronium fraxinifolium mollissimum Mattick [unknown]
  • Astronium fraxinifolium pilosum Mattick [unknown]
  • Astronium graveolens brasiliense Engl. [unknown]
  • Astronium graveolens brasiliensis Engl. [deprecated]
  • Astronium fraxinifolium fraxinifolium [unknown]

Description

Astronium fraxinifolium (also called ash-leaved 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 fraxinifolium is used in furniture making and as an ornamental plant in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astronium fraxinifolium var. glabrum Engl.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astronium fraxinifolium is a deep pink to purple color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are long and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astronium fraxinifolium 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 fraxinifolium should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Astronium fraxinifolium

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

Astronium fraxinifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astronium fraxinifolium?

Astronium fraxinifolium

What is the common name of Astronium fraxinifolium?

Ash-leaved Astronium

What is the natural habitat of Astronium fraxinifolium?

It is found in dry, sandy areas in Central and South America

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