Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venusta
ID:
164871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dwyer

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.41: 235 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164200

Common Names

  • Beautiful Tachigali
  • Tachigali Venusta
  • Tachigali Tree

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Synonyms

  • Tachigalia venusta Dwyer [unknown]

Description

Tachigali venusta (also called 'Venusta Cedar', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, usually reaching a height of 15-20 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tachigali venusta is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tachigali venusta flowers are small, white and fragrant, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tachigali venusta is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the tree is fairly drought tolerant.

Where to Find Tachigali venusta

Tachigali venusta can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Tachigali venusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tachigali venusta?

Tachigali venusta

Where is Tachigali venusta found?

Tachigali venusta is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

What type of habitat does Tachigali venusta prefer?

Tachigali venusta prefers moist, shady habitats.

Species in the Tachigali genus

Tachigali argyrophylla, Tachigali catingae, Tachigali cavipes, Tachigali colombiana, Tachigali formicarum, Tachigali grandistipulata, Tachigali longiflora, Tachigali macrostachya, Tachigali plumbea, Tachigali rigida, Tachigali schultesiana, Tachigali venusta, Tachigali versicolor, Tachigali alba, Tachigali ptychophysca, Tachigali pubiflora, Tachigali aurea, Tachigali poeppigiana, Tachigali paniculata, Tachigali cenepensis, Tachigali ferruginea, Tachigali inconspicua, Tachigali loretensis, Tachigali vaupesiana, Tachigali panamensis, Tachigali costaricensis, Tachigali glauca, Tachigali richardiana, Tachigali chrysophylla, Tachigali guianensis, Tachigali hypoleuca, Tachigali melinonii, Tachigali micrantha, Tachigali macbridei, Tachigali setifera, Tachigali tinctoria, Tachigali peruviana, Tachigali micropetala, Tachigali rugosa, Tachigali bracteosa, Tachigali amplifolia, Tachigali paraensis, Tachigali davidsei, Tachigali dwyeri, Tachigali odoratissima, Tachigali physophora, Tachigali albiflora, Tachigali pimichinensis, Tachigali denudata, Tachigali duckei,

Species in the Fabaceae family