Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
densicoma
ID:
779517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex DC.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 9: 232 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778850



Common Names

  • Jacaranda
  • Densicoma
  • Densicoma Jacaranda


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Description

Jacaranda densicoma (also called Dense-fruited Jacaranda, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Brazil. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 15 m in height. The leaves are pinnate and the flowers are blue-purple. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Jacaranda densicoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber, fuel, and to make paper pulp.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacaranda densicoma has a bell-shaped, deep blue flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are light green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacaranda densicoma is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedbed and covered with a thin layer of soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained medium. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Jacaranda densicoma

Jacaranda densicoma is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and along streams. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Jacaranda densicoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacaranda densicoma?

Jacaranda densicoma

What is the common name of Jacaranda densicoma?

Dense Jacaranda

What is the natural habitat of Jacaranda densicoma?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Jacaranda genus

Jacaranda paucifoliata, Jacaranda obovata, Jacaranda mutabilis, Jacaranda montana, Jacaranda mimosifolia, Jacaranda micrantha, Jacaranda hesperia, Jacaranda glabra, Jacaranda macrantha, Jacaranda irwinii, Jacaranda jasminoides, Jacaranda praetermissa, Jacaranda simplicifolia, Jacaranda sparrei, Jacaranda subalpina, Jacaranda selleana, Jacaranda ulei, Jacaranda pulcherrima, Jacaranda puberula, Jacaranda poitaei, Jacaranda racemosa, Jacaranda rufa, Jacaranda carajasensis, Jacaranda brasiliana, Jacaranda bullata, Jacaranda caerulea, Jacaranda orinocensis, Jacaranda microcalyx, Jacaranda caucana, Jacaranda caroba, Jacaranda arborea, Jacaranda acutifolia, Jacaranda macrocarpa, Jacaranda intricata, Jacaranda rugosa, Jacaranda bracteata, Jacaranda obtusifolia, Jacaranda decurrens, Jacaranda cuspidifolia, Jacaranda cowellii, Jacaranda ekmanii, Jacaranda egleri, Jacaranda crassifolia, Jacaranda copaia, Jacaranda grandifoliolata, Jacaranda campinae, Jacaranda duckei, Jacaranda heterophylla, Jacaranda paucifoliolata, Jacaranda densicoma,

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:109798-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].