Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliolosa
ID:
169475

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr.1: 190 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168804

Common Names

  • Foliolosa Swartzia
  • Swartzia Shrub
  • Foliolosa Bean

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Synonyms

  • Swartzia acuminata platygyne Benth. [unknown]

Description

Swartzia foliolosa (also called 'Cedro Macho' and 'Cedro Real', among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Swartzia foliolosa is used for timber, fuelwood, and charcoal. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Swartzia foliolosa has small, yellow flowers, followed by small, flat, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swartzia foliolosa is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Swartzia foliolosa

Swartzia foliolosa is native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It can be found in lowland and montane forests, from sea level up to 2,000 m in elevation.

Swartzia foliolosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swartzia foliolosa?

Swartzia foliolosa

What is the family of Swartzia foliolosa?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Swartzia foliolosa?

Mexico

Species in the Swartzia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family