Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pernitida
ID:
1053203

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan

Source:
tro

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr.1: 197 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001052541



Common Names

  • Swartzia Pernitida
  • Pernitida Swartzia
  • Swartzia Vine


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Description

Swartzia pernitida (also called Pernitida Swartzia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Swartzia pernitida is a small tree that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant because of its dense foliage. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and arthritis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Swartzia pernitida are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swartzia pernitida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Swartzia pernitida

Swartzia pernitida is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Swartzia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family