Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
tomentosum
ID:
292505

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 58 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291837

Common Names

  • Aspidosperma tomentosum
  • Tomentoso
  • Tomentoso-wood Tree

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Synonyms

  • Macaglia dasycarpa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Macaglia gomeziana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Macaglia hilariana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Macaglia obscura Kuntze [unknown]
  • Macaglia tomentosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma chodatii Hassl. ex Markgr. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma dasycarpon A.DC. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma gomezianum A.DC. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma hilarianum Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma obscurum Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma pallidiflorum Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma rojasii Hassl. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma velutinum Fisch. ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma quirandy angustifolium Hassl. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma quirandy campestre Hassl. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma quirandy silvaticum Hassl. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma tomentosum angustifolium Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma tomentosum claussenii A.DC. [unknown]
  • Aspidosperma tomentosum velutinum Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Aspidosperma tomentosum (also called Woolly Aspidosperma, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk with a dense canopy of leaves. The leaves are oblong-lanceolate, deep green in color, and have short, sharp spines. It is found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma tomentosum is used for its timber, which is used for furniture, construction, and fuel. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Aspidosperma tomentosum are small and white, and appear in the spring. Seed: The seeds of Aspidosperma tomentosum are small and black, and are produced in the fall. Seedlings: The seedlings of Aspidosperma tomentosum have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma tomentosum is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Aspidosperma tomentosum

Aspidosperma tomentosum is native to Central and South America.

Aspidosperma tomentosum FAQ

What are the common names of Aspidosperma tomentosum?

Downy Aspidosperma

What is the natural habitat of Aspidosperma tomentosum?

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

What is the leaf shape of Aspidosperma tomentosum?

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,