Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
esmeraldense
ID:
1551262

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Novon 27(2): 84. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000031325

Common Names

  • Esmeraldense Grass
  • Chlorocardium Esmeraldense
  • Esmerald Grass

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Description

Chlorocardium esmeraldense (also called Esmeralda Chlorocardium, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall and has narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorocardium esmeraldense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of fiber for making paper and rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chlorocardium esmeraldense are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorocardium esmeraldense is a tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every month during the growing season. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Chlorocardium esmeraldense

Chlorocardium esmeraldense can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Chlorocardium esmeraldense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chlorocardium esmeraldense?

Chlorocardium esmeraldense

What type of plant is Chlorocardium esmeraldense?

A tree

What is the natural habitat of Chlorocardium esmeraldense?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of Ecuador

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,