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Common Names
- Stryphnodendron
- Forero's Stryphnodendron
- Coral Tree
Description
Stryphnodendron foreroi (also called Forero's Stryphnodendron, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to Central and South America. It has white flowers and can reach up to 20 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stryphnodendron foreroi is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood and charcoal, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stryphnodendron foreroi has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have three leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stryphnodendron foreroi is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly. It can also be propagated by air layering.
Where to Find Stryphnodendron foreroi
Stryphnodendron foreroi is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
Stryphnodendron foreroi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stryphnodendron foreroi?
Stryphnodendron foreroi
What are the common names of Stryphnodendron foreroi?
Forero's stryphnodendron, Forero's bark tree
Where is Stryphnodendron foreroi native to?
Central America
Species in the Stryphnodendron genus
Stryphnodendron adstringens,
Stryphnodendron flammatum,
Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum,
Stryphnodendron guianense,
Stryphnodendron polyphyllum,
Stryphnodendron cristalinae,
Stryphnodendron foreroi,
Stryphnodendron microstachyum,
Stryphnodendron rotundifolium,
Stryphnodendron porcatum,
Stryphnodendron barbatulum,
Stryphnodendron levelii,
Stryphnodendron pumilum,
Stryphnodendron roseiflorum,
Stryphnodendron cristalinae,
Stryphnodendron foreroi,
Stryphnodendron confertum,
Stryphnodendron platyspicum,
Stryphnodendron heringeri,
Stryphnodendron sallesianum,
Stryphnodendron flavotomentosum,
Species in the Fabaceae family