Swartzia tessmannii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem9: 971 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164170
Common Names
- Tessmannii Swartzia
- Swartzia tessmannii
- Tessmannii Swartzia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Swartzia tessmannii (also called Brazilian Cedar, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil. It can be found in moist forests, as well as in seasonally dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Swartzia tessmannii is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for timber and as a source of fuel wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Swartzia tessmannii is yellow in color and has a five-lobed corolla. The seed is a flat, oblong, brown and hard seed. The seedling is a small, rounded, green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Swartzia tessmannii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Swartzia tessmannii
Swartzia tessmannii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Swartzia tessmannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swartzia tessmannii?
Swartzia tessmannii
What is the common name of Swartzia tessmannii?
Tessmann's Swartzia
What is the natural habitat of Swartzia tessmannii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Swartzia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Swartzia tessmannii Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.