Tachigali colombiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dwyer
Source:
ildis
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Brittonia14: 56 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164182
Common Names
- Colombiana Tachigali
- Tachigali colombiana
- Colombiana Tachigali Tree
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- Tachigalia colombiana Dwyer [unknown]
Description
Tachigali colombiana (also called 'Colombian Cedar', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, usually reaching a height of 15-20 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tachigali colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for timber production. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Tachigali colombiana are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, flat and brown. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.
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Tachigali colombiana 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 Tachigali colombiana
Tachigali colombiana is found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.
Tachigali colombiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tachigali colombiana?
Tachigali colombiana
Where is Tachigali colombiana found?
Tachigali colombiana is found in Colombia.
What type of habitat does Tachigali colombiana prefer?
Tachigali colombiana prefers moist, shady habitats.
Species in the Tachigali genus
Tachigali argyrophylla, Tachigali catingae, Tachigali cavipes, Tachigali colombiana, Tachigali formicarum, Tachigali grandistipulata, Tachigali longiflora, Tachigali macrostachya, Tachigali plumbea, Tachigali rigida, Tachigali schultesiana, Tachigali venusta, Tachigali versicolor, Tachigali alba, Tachigali ptychophysca, Tachigali pubiflora, Tachigali aurea, Tachigali poeppigiana, Tachigali paniculata, Tachigali cenepensis, Tachigali ferruginea, Tachigali inconspicua, Tachigali loretensis, Tachigali vaupesiana, Tachigali panamensis, Tachigali costaricensis, Tachigali glauca, Tachigali richardiana, Tachigali chrysophylla, Tachigali guianensis, Tachigali hypoleuca, Tachigali melinonii, Tachigali micrantha, Tachigali macbridei, Tachigali setifera, Tachigali tinctoria, Tachigali peruviana, Tachigali micropetala, Tachigali rugosa, Tachigali bracteosa, Tachigali amplifolia, Tachigali paraensis, Tachigali davidsei, Tachigali dwyeri, Tachigali odoratissima, Tachigali physophora, Tachigali albiflora, Tachigali pimichinensis, Tachigali denudata, Tachigali duckei,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tachigali colombiana Dwyer: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.