Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphenophylla
ID:
711741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 242 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711074



Common Names

  • Guarea Sphenophylla
  • Sphenophylla Guarea
  • Sphenophylla Tree


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Description

Guarea sphenophylla (also called Spiny Guarea, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. Native to tropical regions of Central and South America, it is found in lowland rainforests, semi-deciduous forests, and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Guarea sphenophylla is used as a timber tree in its native range. Its wood is used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used in the production of charcoal and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guarea sphenophylla is white, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe, about 1 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guarea sphenophylla is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-draining soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including sandy and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to maintain the desired shape and size.

Where to Find Guarea sphenophylla

Guarea sphenophylla is native to Central and South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Guarea sphenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guarea sphenophylla?

Guarea sphenophylla

Where is Guarea sphenophylla found?

Guarea sphenophylla is found in Central and South America.

What is the growth habit of Guarea sphenophylla?

Guarea sphenophylla is a small to medium-sized tree that can reach up to 30 m in height.

Species in the Guarea genus

Guarea aguilarii, Guarea constricta, Guarea corticosa, Guarea gentryi, Guarea inesiana, Guarea macrocalyx, Guarea mexicana, Guarea penningtoniana, Guarea tafae-malekui, Guarea zarceroensis, Guarea fistulosa, Guarea persistens, Guarea subandina, Guarea bijuga, Guarea blanchetii, Guarea bullata, Guarea carapoides, Guarea carinata, Guarea cartaguenya, Guarea casimiriana, Guarea caulobotryis, Guarea cedrata, Guarea chiricana, Guarea cinnamomea, Guarea convergens, Guarea corrugata, Guarea costata, Guarea crispa, Guarea cristata, Guarea donnell-smithii, Guarea ecuadoriensis, Guarea eriorhachis, Guarea fissicalyx, Guarea glabra, Guarea glomerulata, Guarea gomma, Guarea guentheri, Guarea guidonia, Guarea hoffmanniana, Guarea humaitensis, Guarea jamaicensis, Guarea juglandiformis, Guarea kunthiana, Guarea lozanii, Guarea macrophylla, Guarea megantha, Guarea michel-moddei, Guarea pendula, Guarea polymera, Guarea pterorhachis,

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

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