Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
polyneuron
ID:
292089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(1): 57 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291421

Common Names

  • Polyneuron Aspidosperma
  • White-wood
  • White-bark

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Synonyms

  • Aspidosperma dugandii Standl. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma peroba Saldanha [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma venosum Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Thyroma polyneura Miers [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma polyneuron longifolium Hassl. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma polyneuron puberulum Handro [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma polyneuron genuinum Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Aspidosperma polyneuron (also called White Quebracho, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree native to South America. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 30 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma polyneuron is used for timber, fuel, and medicinal purposes. It is also used for landscaping and shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidosperma polyneuron is a small white-green flower with five petals. The seed is a large, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma polyneuron is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Mexico and Central America. It is a slow-growing species that can reach heights of up to 40 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be planted in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Aspidosperma polyneuron

Aspidosperma polyneuron is native to the tropical forests of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Aspidosperma polyneuron FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidosperma polyneuron?

Aspidosperma polyneuron

What is the common name of Aspidosperma polyneuron?

White Cedar

Where does Aspidosperma polyneuron grow?

Aspidosperma polyneuron is native to 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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