Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
tulae
ID:
1141022

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Jahrb. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 4: 245. 1886

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001140360



Common Names

  • Tula Simarouba
  • Simarouba tulae
  • Tula Paradise Tree


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Description

Simarouba tulae (also called Simarouba glauca, Paradise Tree, and Bitterwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree native to the Caribbean and parts of Central and South America. It typically grows to a height of 10-20 meters, with a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. Its leaves are pinnately compound and its flowers are yellow-green. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Simarouba tulae is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Simarouba tulae are white and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simarouba tulae is a fast-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 20 meters. It is native to Central and South America and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots and grown in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Simarouba tulae

Simarouba tulae is native to Central and South America.

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

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