Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
ulei
ID:
555682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattick

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 996 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555014

Common Names

  • Astronium ulei
  • Ulei Astronium
  • Ulei's Astronium

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Description

Astronium ulei (also called Ule's astronium, among many other common names) is a small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has large, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astronium ulei is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astronium ulei has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Astronium ulei

Astronium ulei is native to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil.

Astronium ulei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astronium ulei?

Astronium ulei

What is the common name of Astronium ulei?

Ule's Astronium

Where is Astronium ulei found?

Astronium ulei is found 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2664145: Based on the initial data import
Fritz Mattick (1901-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattick' in the authors string.