Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
lecointei
ID:
555672

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

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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.

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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 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,

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