Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
ramiflorum
ID:
292208

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(1): 55 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291540



Common Names

  • Ramiflorum
  • Ramiflorum Aspidosperma
  • Ramiflorum Quebracho


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Synonyms

  • Geissospermum ramiflorum Miers [unknown]

Description

Aspidosperma ramiflorum (also called White Aspidosperma, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States. It has large, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, white fruits. It is found in moist, sandy soils, in open woodlands, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma ramiflorum is used for its wood, which is hard and durable and is used for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking projects. It is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidosperma ramiflorum has small, white flowers that appear in the spring. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with smooth edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma ramiflorum is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to South America. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, though cuttings can be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Aspidosperma ramiflorum

Aspidosperma ramiflorum is native to the tropical forests of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Aspidosperma ramiflorum FAQ

What are the common names of Aspidosperma ramiflorum?

White Aspidosperma

What is the natural habitat of Aspidosperma ramiflorum?

It is native to Central America, found in the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.

What is the leaf shape of Aspidosperma ramiflorum?

The leaves are elliptic to oblong-lanceolate, with a wavy margin.

Species in the Aspidosperma genus

Aspidosperma album, Aspidosperma araracanga, Aspidosperma auriculatum, Aspidosperma australe, Aspidosperma camporum, Aspidosperma capitatum, Aspidosperma carapanauba, Aspidosperma cuspa, Aspidosperma cylindrocarpon, Aspidosperma darienense, Aspidosperma decussatum, Aspidosperma desmanthum, Aspidosperma discolor, Aspidosperma dispermum, Aspidosperma eburneum, Aspidosperma eteanum, Aspidosperma excelsum, Aspidosperma fendleri, Aspidosperma formosanum, Aspidosperma gehrtii, Aspidosperma glaucum, Aspidosperma helstonei, Aspidosperma illustre, Aspidosperma inundatum, Aspidosperma leucocymosum, Aspidosperma limae, Aspidosperma macrocarpon, Aspidosperma macrophyllum, Aspidosperma megalocarpon, Aspidosperma megaphyllum, Aspidosperma multiflorum, Aspidosperma myristicifolium, Aspidosperma nanum, Aspidosperma neblinae, Aspidosperma nemorale, Aspidosperma nigricans, Aspidosperma nobile, Aspidosperma oblongum, Aspidosperma obscurinervium, Aspidosperma olivaceum, Aspidosperma pachypterum, Aspidosperma parvifolium, Aspidosperma pichonianum, Aspidosperma polyneuron, Aspidosperma pyricollum, Aspidosperma pyrifolium, Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco, Aspidosperma quirandy, Aspidosperma ramiflorum, Aspidosperma reductum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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