Centrolobium paraense

Centrolobium paraense

Native to:
Brazil | Colombia | French Guiana | Guyana | Panamá | Peru

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Centrolobium
Species:
Centrolobium paraense

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
3000 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
sep,oct,nov
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, birds

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
15–45 days
Notes:
Scarification improves germination rates. Seeds may show irregular germination patterns typical of tropical legumes.

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