Swartzia jororii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 27: 39. 1915
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184834
Common Names
- Swartzia Jororii
- Joror's Swartzia
- Swartzia Jororii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Swartzia jororii (also called Joror's Swartzia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Swartzia jororii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Swartzia jororii has yellow flowers with white centers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Swartzia jororii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The seeds should be planted in early spring and should be kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them to a spacing of about 12 inches apart. Swartzia jororii requires regular watering and should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Swartzia jororii
Swartzia jororii is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Amazonas, Pará, and Roraima.
Swartzia jororii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swartzia jororii?
Swartzia jororii
What is the common name of Swartzia jororii?
Jororii
What is the natural habitat of Swartzia jororii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Swartzia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-30939: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.