Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
standleyi
ID:
172208

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods34: 40 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171537



Common Names

  • Swartzia standleyi
  • Standley's Swartzia
  • Standley's Wood


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Synonyms

  • Swartzia myrtifolia standleyi (Britton & Rose) R.S.Cowan [unknown]
  • Tounatea standleyi Britton & Rose [unknown]

Description

Swartzia standleyi (also called Standley's Swartzia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has a straight trunk and a dense, round crown.

Uses & Benefits

Swartzia standleyi is used as a timber in construction and furniture making. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Swartzia standleyi is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swartzia standleyi is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature trees and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require full sun and protection from strong winds.

Where to Find Swartzia standleyi

Swartzia standleyi is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests and dry forests.

Swartzia standleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swartzia standleyi?

Swartzia standleyi

What are the common names of Swartzia standleyi?

Standley's swartzia, Standley's swartzia

What is the distribution range of Swartzia standleyi?

Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador

Species in the Swartzia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.