Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
ianeirensis
ID:
775729

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
iplants

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 35: 340 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775062



Common Names

  • Cariniana ianeirensis
  • Ianeirensis Cariniana
  • Ianeirensis Cariniana Tree


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Description

Cariniana ianeirensis (also called Brazilian Rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to tropical South America, and is found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cariniana ianeirensis is used for its timber, edible fruits, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cariniana ianeirensis is a yellow-green, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cariniana ianeirensis is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a warm, sunny position in a well-drained soil. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Cariniana ianeirensis

Cariniana ianeirensis is native to Brazil.

Cariniana ianeirensis FAQ

What is the common name of Cariniana ianeirensis?

Brazilian Mahogany

What is the natural habitat of Cariniana ianeirensis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the scientific classification of Cariniana ianeirensis?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Sapindales, Family: Lecythidaceae, Genus: Cariniana

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

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