Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
graveolens
ID:
555664

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1760

Citation Micro:
Enum. Syst. Pl. : 33 (1760)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554996

Common Names

  • Astronium graveolens
  • Graveolens Astronium
  • Graveolens's Astronium

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Synonyms

  • Astronium conzattii S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Astronium conzattii lundellii F.A.Barkley [unknown]
  • Astronium conzattii standleyi F.A.Barkley [unknown]
  • Astronium gracile Engl. [unknown]
  • Astronium gracile acuminatum Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Astronium gracile acuminatum (Chodat & Hassl.) F.A.Barkley [unknown]
  • Astronium gracile serratum Mattick [unknown]
  • Astronium graveolens dugandii F.A.Barkley [unknown]
  • Astronium graveolens inodorum Triana & Planch. [unknown]
  • Astronium graveolens planchonianum (Engl.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Astronium planchonianum Engl. [unknown]
  • Astronium zongolicum Reko [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astronium graveolens has small, white flowers with a light scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Astronium graveolens

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

Astronium graveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astronium graveolens?

Astronium graveolens

What is the common name of Astronium graveolens?

Graveolent Astronium

What is the natural habitat of Astronium graveolens?

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