Swartzia flaemingii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Raddi
Source:
ildis
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Mem. Mat. Fis. Soc. Ital. Sci. Modena, Pt. Mem. Fis.18: 397 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164112
Common Names
- Flaeming's Swartzia
- Flaeming's Bean Tree
- Flaeming's Wattle
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- Tounatea flaemingii (Raddi) Taub. [unknown]
- Mimosa pacoba Vell. [valid]
- Swartzia montana Vogel [valid]
- Tunatea flaemingii (Raddi) Kuntze [unknown]
- Swartzia flaemingii flaemingii [unknown]
- Tounatea flemmingii Taub. [unknown]
Description
Swartzia flaemingii (also called ‘Brazilian Teak’, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It has a straight trunk, a rounded crown, and pinnate leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Swartzia flaemingii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of timber and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Swartzia flaemingii is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Swartzia flaemingii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Swartzia flaemingii
Swartzia flaemingii is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Swartzia flaemingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swartzia flaemingii?
Swartzia flaemingii
What is the common name of Swartzia flaemingii?
Flaeming's walnut
What is the natural range of Swartzia flaemingii?
Brazil
Species in the Swartzia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Giuseppe Raddi (1770-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raddi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:519891-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Swartzia flaemingii Raddi: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.