Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carthagenensis
ID:
184209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1760

Citation Micro:
Enum. Syst. Pl.: 27 (1760)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183538

Common Names

  • Piscidia
  • Fish Poison Tree
  • Jamaican Dogwood

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Synonyms

  • Ichthyomethia americana (Sessé & Moc.) S.F.Blake [valid]
  • Piscidia americana Sessé & Moc. [valid]
  • Ichthyomethia acuminata S.F.Blake [valid]
  • Ichthyomethia piscipula acuminata (S.F.Blake) Stehle & L.Quentin [deprecated]
  • Piscidia acuminata (S.F.Blake) I.M.Johnst. [valid]
  • Piscidia guaricensis Pittier [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus guaricensis Pittier [valid]
  • Piscida acuminata (Blake) I.M.Johnston [unknown]
  • Ichthyomethia piscipula acuminata (S.F.Blake) Stehlé & Quentin [valid]

Description

Piscidia carthagenensis (also called Carthage Piscidia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical America. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests, woodlands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Piscidia carthagenensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood and timber, and as a shade tree. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piscidia carthagenensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piscidia carthagenensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall. The tree can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Piscidia carthagenensis

Piscidia carthagenensis is native to the Caribbean region and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is commonly found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and open fields.

Piscidia carthagenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piscidia carthagenensis?

Piscidia carthagenensis

What is the common name of Piscidia carthagenensis?

Carthage Piscidia

What is the family of Piscidia carthagenensis?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family