Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
1050406

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd. ex Vogel

Source:
tro

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Linnaea11: 173 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001049744



Common Names

  • Acuminate Swartzia
  • Acuminate False-Mastic
  • Acuminate False-Mastic-Swartzia


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Description

Swartzia acuminata (also called 'Swartzia', among many other common names) is a small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a single, straight trunk and a rounded crown, with leaves that are alternate, oblong, and entire. It is found in tropical dry forests and deciduous forests, usually on limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Swartzia acuminata is a species of flowering plant that is native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Swartzia acuminata is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swartzia acuminata is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Swartzia acuminata

Swartzia acuminata is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Species in the Swartzia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:519824-1: Based on the initial data import