Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 202 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555004
Common Names
- Astronium lecointei
- Lecointei Astronium
- Lecointei's Astronium
Synonyms
- Astronium lecointei tomentosum Mattick [unknown]
- Astronium lecointei tomentosum (Mattick) F.A.Barkley [unknown]
Description
Astronium lecointei (also called Lecointe's astronium, among many other common names) is a small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has large, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astronium lecointei is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astronium lecointei has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astronium lecointei is a tree that can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Astronium lecointei should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Astronium lecointei
Astronium lecointei can be found in the tropical forests of Central America and South America.
Astronium lecointei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astronium lecointei?
Astronium lecointei
What is the common name of Astronium lecointei?
Lecointe's Astronium
What is the natural habitat of Astronium lecointei?
It is found in dry, sandy areas in Brazil
Species in the Astronium genus
Astronium concinnum,
Astronium fraxinifolium,
Astronium gardneri,
Astronium glaziovii,
Astronium graveolens,
Astronium lecointei,
Astronium mirandae,
Astronium nelson-rosae,
Astronium obliquum,
Astronium ulei,
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia,
Abrahamia thouvenotii,
Abrahamia littoralis,
Abrahamia latifolia,
Abrahamia minutifolia,
Abrahamia ditimena,
Abrahamia betamponensis,
Abrahamia capuronii,
Abrahamia delphinensis,
Abrahamia ellipticarpa,
Abrahamia elongata,
Abrahamia itromoensis,
Abrahamia turkii,
Abrahamia deflexa,
Abrahamia grandidieri,
Abrahamia humbertii,
Abrahamia ibityensis,
Abrahamia lecomtei,
Abrahamia lenticellata,
Abrahamia lokobensis,
Abrahamia longipetiolata,
Abrahamia louvelii,
Abrahamia nitida,
Abrahamia oblongifolia,
Abrahamia pauciflora,
Abrahamia phillipsonii,
Abrahamia sambiranensis,
Abrahamia sericea,
Abrahamia suarezensis,
Abrahamia viguieri,
Abrahamia revoluta,
Abrahamia antongilensis,
Abrahamia darainensis,
Abrahamia patrickii,
Actinocheita filicina,
Allospondias lakonensis,
Allospondias laxiflora,
Amphipterygium simplicifolium,
Amphipterygium adstringens,
Amphipterygium amplifolium,
Amphipterygium glaucum,
Amphipterygium molle,
Anacardium amapaense,
Anacardium amilcarianum,
Anacardium brasiliense,
Anacardium caracolii,
Anacardium corymbosum,
Anacardium curatellifolium,
Anacardium excelsum,
Anacardium fruticosum,