Swietenia mahogani - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
tro
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. 1: 548 1753
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253256
Common Names
- Swietenia
- Mahogany
- Honduras Mahogany
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Swietenia mahogani (also called West Indian Mahogany, among many other common names) is a tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in tropical forests and can reach up to 40 meters in height.
Uses & Benefits
Swietenia mahogani is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Swietenia mahogani has small white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Swietenia mahogani is a tree, usually growing to a height of 20-30 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in full sun.
Where to Find Swietenia mahogani
Swietenia mahogani can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Swietenia mahogani FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swietenia mahogani?
Swietenia mahogani
What is the common name of Swietenia mahogani?
Mahogany
What is the natural habitat of Swietenia mahogani?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, especially in Central and South America.
Species in the Swietenia genus
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50170156: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.