Sloanea esmeraldana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
esmeraldana
ID:
508643
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pal.-Duque
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 64: 103 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507975
Common Names
- Sloanea esmeraldana
- Esmeraldana Sloanea
- Esmeraldana's Sloanea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sloanea esmeraldana (also called 'Esmeralda Sloanea', among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical regions of South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows to a height of approximately 15 m. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sloanea esmeraldana is an evergreen tree that is native to the United States. It is often used as an ornamental tree in landscaping and gardens. It has dark green leaves that stay on the tree year-round. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sloanea esmeraldana is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are short and bushy, with dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sloanea esmeraldana is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a fast-growing plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Where to Find Sloanea esmeraldana
Sloanea esmeraldana is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Amazonas and Vaupés.
Sloanea esmeraldana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sloanea esmeraldana?
Sloanea esmeraldana
Where does Sloanea esmeraldana grow?
Sloanea esmeraldana grows in Central and South America.
What is the common name of Sloanea esmeraldana?
Sloanea esmeraldana is commonly known as the Emerald elm.
Species in the Sloanea genus
Sloanea macrophylla, Sloanea magnifolia, Sloanea malayana, Sloanea micrantha, Sloanea medusula, Sloanea megacarpa, Sloanea meianthera, Sloanea merevariensis, Sloanea latifolia, Sloanea laurifolia, Sloanea macbrydei, Sloanea lepida, Sloanea loquitoi, Sloanea longipes, Sloanea ledermannii, Sloanea papuana, Sloanea pacuritana, Sloanea obtusifolia, Sloanea paradisearum, Sloanea parkinsonii, Sloanea montana, Sloanea nymanii, Sloanea langii, Sloanea faginea, Sloanea fendleriana, Sloanea floribunda, Sloanea fragrans, Sloanea garcia-cossioi, Sloanea garckeana, Sloanea lasiocarpa, Sloanea forbesii, Sloanea davidsei, Sloanea durissima, Sloanea eichleri, Sloanea grandiflora, Sloanea glabra, Sloanea koghiensis, Sloanea kuhlmannii, Sloanea laevigata, Sloanea lamii, Sloanea lanceolata, Sloanea javanica, Sloanea haplopoda, Sloanea granulosa, Sloanea grossa, Sloanea guianensis, Sloanea gymnocarpa, Sloanea insularis, Sloanea parvifructa, Sloanea velutina,
Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family
Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,
References
Leonardo Palacios-Duque (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pal.-Duque' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77083891-1: Based on the initial data import