Brazilwood

Paubrasilia echinata

Native to:
Brazil

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Paubrasilia
Species:
Paubrasilia echinata
USDA Symbol:
CAEC3

Growth Characteristics

Height:
1500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
sep,oct,nov
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to coastal Atlantic Forests of Brazil

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Fresh seeds germinate readily without pretreatment. Seeds lose viability quickly and should be sown soon after collection.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI