Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
rigidum
ID:
292301

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 7: 323 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291633

Common Names

  • Rigidum
  • Rigidum Aspidosperma
  • Rigidum Quebracho

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Synonyms

  • Aspidosperma acreanum Markgr. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma jaunechense A.H.Gentry [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma laxiflorum Kuhlm. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma rauwolfioides Markgr. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma subumbellatum Kuhlm. [unknown]

Description

Aspidosperma rigidum (also called Rigid Aspidosperma, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States. It has large, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, white fruits. It is found in moist, sandy soils, in open woodlands, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma rigidum is a species of evergreen tree native to Brazil. It is used as an ornamental tree for its attractive foliage and is also used in the production of furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidosperma rigidum has small yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and round with a hard, dark brown shell. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma rigidum is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to South America. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, though cuttings can be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Aspidosperma rigidum

Aspidosperma rigidum is native to Central and South America.

Aspidosperma rigidum FAQ

What are the common names of Aspidosperma rigidum?

Rigid Aspidosperma

What is the natural habitat of Aspidosperma rigidum?

It is native to Central America, found in the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.

What is the leaf shape of Aspidosperma rigidum?

The leaves are elliptic to oblong-lanceolate, with a wavy margin.

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-17359: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.