Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
latifolium
ID:
169995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard.6: 513 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169324



Common Names

  • Machaerium latifolium
  • Latifolia Mahogany
  • Brazilian Walnut


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Synonyms

  • Machaerium rogaguense Rusby [valid]
  • Machaerium latifolium latifolium [unknown]

Description

Machaerium latifolium (also called Guayacan, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium latifolium is used for its wood, which is used for construction, furniture, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaerium latifolium is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium latifolium is a small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Machaerium latifolium

Machaerium latifolium is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Machaerium latifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaerium latifolium?

Machaerium latifolium

What is the common name of Machaerium latifolium?

Latifolium

Where is Machaerium latifolium found?

Central and South America

Species in the Machaerium genus

Machaerium conzattii, Machaerium costulatum, Machaerium cuzcoense, Machaerium dubium, Machaerium eliasii, Machaerium falciforme, Machaerium froesii, Machaerium guanaiense, Machaerium hatschbachii, Machaerium huanucoense, Machaerium mutisii, Machaerium ovalifolium, Machaerium parvifolium, Machaerium penduliflorum, Machaerium piresii, Machaerium subrhombiforme, Machaerium tolimense, Machaerium uribei, Machaerium amazonense, Machaerium aristulatum, Machaerium aureiflorum, Machaerium bondaense, Machaerium cantarellianum, Machaerium capote, Machaerium caratinganum, Machaerium castaneiflorum, Machaerium caudatum, Machaerium chambersii, Machaerium chiapense, Machaerium cirrhiferum, Machaerium cobanense, Machaerium complanatum, Machaerium condensatum, Machaerium cultratum, Machaerium cuspidatum, Machaerium darienense, Machaerium debile, Machaerium declinatum, Machaerium duckeanum, Machaerium ferox, Machaerium floridum, Machaerium grandifolium, Machaerium hirtum, Machaerium hoehneanum, Machaerium inundatum, Machaerium latialatum, Machaerium latifolium, Machaerium lindenianum, Machaerium madeirense, Machaerium melanophyllum,

Species in the Fabaceae family