Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
456216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
ksu

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Naturw. Reise Mossambique 6(1): 120 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455548



Common Names

  • Trichilia capitata
  • Cabreuva
  • Brazilian Mahogany


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Description

Trichilia capitata (also called Cat's Claw, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It has a single stem that can reach heights of up to 10 m. The leaves are alternate and have a rough texture. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichilia capitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichilia capitata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichilia capitata is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trichilia capitata

Trichilia capitata is native to tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Trichilia capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichilia capitata?

Trichilia capitata

What is the common name of Trichilia capitata?

Brazilian Cedar

What is the natural habitat of Trichilia capitata?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Trichilia genus

Trichilia gamopetala, Trichilia glabra, Trichilia gilletii, Trichilia gilgiana, Trichilia heudelotii, Trichilia elegans, Trichilia dregeana, Trichilia elsae, Trichilia discolor, Trichilia florbranca, Trichilia fasciculata, Trichilia humblotii, Trichilia euneura, Trichilia emetica, Trichilia hirta, Trichilia megalantha, Trichilia mazanensis, Trichilia maynasiana, Trichilia micrantha, Trichilia martiana, Trichilia martineaui, Trichilia monadelpha, Trichilia inaequilatera, Trichilia lepidota, Trichilia lecointei, Trichilia catigua, Trichilia capitata, Trichilia breviflora, Trichilia cipo, Trichilia americana, Trichilia acuminata, Trichilia trifolia, Trichilia retusa, Trichilia pleeana, Trichilia pittieri, Trichilia prieureana, Trichilia tomentosa, Trichilia quadrivalvis, Trichilia quadrijuga, Trichilia oligantha, Trichilia pallida, Trichilia pallens, Trichilia singularis, Trichilia surinamensis, Trichilia tessmannii, Trichilia taubertiana, Trichilia septentrionalis, Trichilia rubra, Trichilia zewaldae, Trichilia welwitschii,

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,