Aspidosperma nigricans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
291912
Status:
valid
Authors:
Handro
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 3: 282 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291244
Common Names
- Nigricans
- Black-Barked Aspidosperma
- Black-Barked Peroba
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aspidosperma nigricans (also called Black Whiteheart, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a rounded crown and a dense, black-green foliage. It grows in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons, as well as in oak woodlands and chaparral.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidosperma nigricans is used for timber, fuel, and medicinal purposes. It is also used for landscaping and shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspidosperma nigricans is a small yellow-green cup-shaped flower, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed, with a thin, light brown shell. The seedling is a small, light green plant with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aspidosperma nigricans is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 m tall. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in autumn or spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Aspidosperma nigricans
Aspidosperma nigricans is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Aspidosperma nigricans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidosperma nigricans?
Aspidosperma nigricans
What is the common name of Aspidosperma nigricans?
Nigricans Aspidosperma
What is the natural range of Aspidosperma nigricans?
Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17321: Based on the initial data import
Oswaldo Handro (1908-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Handro' in the authors string.