Eschweilera roraimensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roraimensis
ID:
776022
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.A.Mori
Source:
iplants
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 21(II): 237 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775355
Common Names
- Eschweilera roraimensis
- Roraimensis Eschweilera
- Roraimensis Liana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eschweilera roraimensis (also called 'Roraima Eschweilera', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist tropical forests, dry forests, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Eschweilera roraimensis is used in furniture making, as a source of timber, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eschweilera roraimensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Eschweilera roraimensis is best achieved through seed sowing or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Eschweilera roraimensis
Eschweilera roraimensis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Eschweilera roraimensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eschweilera roraimensis?
Eschweilera roraimensis
What is the common name of Eschweilera roraimensis?
Roraimensis Eschweilera
Where is Eschweilera roraimensis found?
Eschweilera roraimensis is found in Central and South America
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-313905: Based on the initial data import
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.