Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
982773

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 2: 871 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000982111



Common Names

  • Hevea guianensis
  • Guianan Hevea
  • Guianan Rubber Tree


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Description

Hevea guianensis (also called Guiana Rubber Tree, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is a large, evergreen tree with a straight trunk and a dense crown of pinnate leaves. It is native to tropical South America, and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hevea guianensis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hevea guianensis var. guianensis
Hevea guianensis var. lutea (Spruce ex Benth.) Ducke & R.E.Schult.
Hevea guianensis var. marginata Ducke

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hevea guianensis has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hevea guianensis can be propagated through seed or vegetative propagation. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into larger pots and given plenty of light and water. Vegetative propagation can be done by taking stem cuttings and rooting them in a moist soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have developed roots.

Where to Find Hevea guianensis

Hevea guianensis is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

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