Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
formosanum
ID:
291395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Duarte

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Arq. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 19: 218 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000290727

Common Names

  • Aspidosperma formosanum
  • Formosan Aspidosperma
  • Formosan Peroba

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Description

Aspidosperma formosanum (also called Formosa Aspidosperma, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Taiwan. It has a conical shape with a rounded crown and can grow up to 25 m tall. It prefers moist soils and is found in forests, woodland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma formosanum is used for fuelwood, construction, furniture, and for making charcoal. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidosperma formosanum flowers are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a white hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma formosanum is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species that prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 6-8 inches.

Where to Find Aspidosperma formosanum

Aspidosperma formosanum is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Aspidosperma formosanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidosperma formosanum?

Aspidosperma formosanum

What is the common name of Aspidosperma formosanum?

Formosan aspidosperma

What is the natural habitat of Aspidosperma formosanum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Aspidosperma genus

Aspidosperma album, Aspidosperma araracanga, Aspidosperma auriculatum, Aspidosperma australe, Aspidosperma camporum, Aspidosperma capitatum, Aspidosperma carapanauba, Aspidosperma cuspa, Aspidosperma cylindrocarpon, Aspidosperma darienense, Aspidosperma decussatum, Aspidosperma desmanthum, Aspidosperma discolor, Aspidosperma dispermum, Aspidosperma eburneum, Aspidosperma eteanum, Aspidosperma excelsum, Aspidosperma fendleri, Aspidosperma formosanum, Aspidosperma gehrtii, Aspidosperma glaucum, Aspidosperma helstonei, Aspidosperma illustre, Aspidosperma inundatum, Aspidosperma leucocymosum, Aspidosperma limae, Aspidosperma macrocarpon, Aspidosperma macrophyllum, Aspidosperma megalocarpon, Aspidosperma megaphyllum, Aspidosperma multiflorum, Aspidosperma myristicifolium, Aspidosperma nanum, Aspidosperma neblinae, Aspidosperma nemorale, Aspidosperma nigricans, Aspidosperma nobile, Aspidosperma oblongum, Aspidosperma obscurinervium, Aspidosperma olivaceum, Aspidosperma pachypterum, Aspidosperma parvifolium, Aspidosperma pichonianum, Aspidosperma polyneuron, Aspidosperma pyricollum, Aspidosperma pyrifolium, Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco, Aspidosperma quirandy, Aspidosperma ramiflorum, Aspidosperma reductum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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