Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
klotzschiana
ID:
1085623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
tro

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 1: 212 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001084961

Common Names

  • Sorocea klotzschiana
  • Klotzsch's Sorocea
  • Klotzsch's False-Palm

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Description

Sorocea klotzschiana (also called 'Klotzsch's Sorocea', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It has a dense, upright canopy and grows up to 10 m in height. Its leaves are glossy green and oblong in shape. It is found in moist, tropical habitats and is often found in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sorocea klotzschiana is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sorocea klotzschiana has small, white flowers, which are followed by small, green, ovoid-shaped fruits. The fruits contain small, black seeds which are dispersed by birds. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and are initially green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sorocea klotzschiana is a small tree that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a warm, sunny location. The trees should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Sorocea klotzschiana

Sorocea klotzschiana is native to the Amazon rainforest.

Species in the Moraceae family

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