Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
hondurensis
ID:
775920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 9: 318 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775253



Common Names

  • Hondurensis Eschweilera
  • Eschweilera hondurensis
  • Honduran Eschweilera


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Description

Eschweilera hondurensis (also called Cipó-de-mil-homens-de-cacho, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, typically reaching heights of up to 25 m. 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

Eschweilera hondurensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eschweilera hondurensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eschweilera hondurensis is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Eschweilera hondurensis

Eschweilera hondurensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central America.

Eschweilera hondurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eschweilera hondurensis?

Eschweilera hondurensis

What is the common name of Eschweilera hondurensis?

Honduran eschweilera

Where is Eschweilera hondurensis native to?

Honduras

Species in the Eschweilera genus

Eschweilera alata, Eschweilera albiflora, Eschweilera alvimii, Eschweilera amazonica, Eschweilera amazoniciformis, Eschweilera amplexifolia, Eschweilera andina, Eschweilera antioquensis, Eschweilera apiculata, Eschweilera atropetiolata, Eschweilera baguensis, Eschweilera beebei, Eschweilera bogotensis, Eschweilera boltenii, Eschweilera bracteosa, Eschweilera cabrerana, Eschweilera calyculata, Eschweilera carinata, Eschweilera caudiculata, Eschweilera chartaceifolia, Eschweilera collina, Eschweilera collinsii, Eschweilera complanata, Eschweilera compressa, Eschweilera congestiflora, Eschweilera coriacea, Eschweilera costaricensis, Eschweilera cyathiformis, Eschweilera decolorans, Eschweilera eperuetorum, Eschweilera fanshawei, Eschweilera gigantea, Eschweilera grandiflora, Eschweilera hondurensis, Eschweilera integricalyx, Eschweilera integrifolia, Eschweilera itayensis, Eschweilera jacquelyniae, Eschweilera juruensis, Eschweilera klugii, Eschweilera laevicarpa, Eschweilera longipedicellata, Eschweilera macrocarpa, Eschweilera mattos-silvae, Eschweilera mexicana, Eschweilera micrantha, Eschweilera microcalyx, Eschweilera nana, Eschweilera neblinensis, Eschweilera neei,

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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