Swartzia sumorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Common Names
- Sumorum Swartzia
- Swartzia sumorum
- Sumorum Swartzia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Swartzia sumorum (also called Brazilian Cedar, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil. It can be found in moist forests, as well as in seasonally dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Swartzia sumorum is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for timber and as a source of fuel wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Swartzia sumorum is yellow in color and has a five-lobed corolla. The seed is a flat, oblong, brown and hard seed. The seedling is a small, rounded, green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Swartzia sumorum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Swartzia sumorum
Swartzia sumorum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Swartzia sumorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swartzia sumorum?
Swartzia sumorum
What is the common name of Swartzia sumorum?
Sumo's Swartzia
What is the natural habitat of Swartzia sumorum?
Tropical rainforests