Eschweilera simiorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simiorum
ID:
776034
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benoist) Eyma
Source:
iplants
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Polygon. Guttif. Surinam : 81 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775367
Common Names
- Eschweilera simiorum
- Simiorum Eschweilera
- Simiorum Liana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eschweilera simiorum (also called 'Cascara de Monte', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, usually reaching a height of 8–15 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, in areas with an average annual temperature of 20–25 °C. It has a straight trunk and a dense, rounded canopy.
Uses & Benefits
Eschweilera simiorum is used in furniture making, as a source of timber, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eschweilera simiorum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Eschweilera simiorum 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 simiorum
Eschweilera simiorum can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Eschweilera simiorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eschweilera simiorum?
Eschweilera simiorum
What is the common name of Eschweilera simiorum?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Eschweilera simiorum?
It is found in tropical rainforests of 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-313916: Based on the initial data import
Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
Pierre Joseph Eyma (1903-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eyma' in the authors string.