Swartzia panacoco - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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(Aubl.) Cowan
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wfo-0000168830
Common Names
- Swartzia Panacoco
- Panacoco Swartzia
- Panacoco Tree
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- Tunatea panacoco (Aubl.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Swartzia panacoco (also called 'Cedro Macho' and 'Cedro Real', among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Swartzia panacoco is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant for landscaping.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Swartzia panacoco var. cardonae (Cowan) CowanSwartzia panacoco var. sandwithiana (Cowan) Cowan
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Swartzia panacoco are white to pale pink in color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two seed leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Swartzia panacoco is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Swartzia panacoco
Swartzia panacoco is native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It can be found in lowland and montane forests, from sea level up to 2,000 m in elevation.
Swartzia panacoco FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swartzia panacoco?
Swartzia panacoco
What is the common name of Swartzia panacoco?
Panacoco Swartzia
What is the family of Swartzia panacoco?
Fabaceae
Species in the Swartzia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
John Macqueen Cowan (1892-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cowan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:246729-2: Based on the initial data import