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General Information

Callisthene minor is a semideciduous tree with a dense, elongate crown; it can grow 8 - 18 metres tall. The straight, cylindrical bole can be 40 - 70cm in diameter[].
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for local use of its wood. An ornamental plant, it can be used in landscaping[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

S. America - eastern and central Brazil.

Habitat

Atlantic rainforest, semideciduous forest at higher elevations and the transition from forest to savannah; found in both dense growth and more open areas, favouring well-drained soils of moderate fertility[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Semi-deciduous Tree
Height	13.00 m
Growth Rate	Slow
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Grows best in a sunny position[]. Prefers a well-drained soil of moderate fertility[]. Established plants are drought tolerant[].
Plants are slow growing, even when young[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The wood is medium-textured, straight-grained, moderately heavy, soft and easy to work, with moderate mechanical properties and moderately durable. The wood is only used locally, it is employed in general construction for purposes such as scantlings, beams, stays and laths; it is also used for making boxes, crates, toys etc[].
The wood is used for fuel and to make charcoal[].

Propagation

Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a sunny position in a nursery seedbed. A low germination rate can be expected, with the seed sprouting within 35 - 56 days[]. When the seedlings are 4 - 5cm tall, pot them up into individual containers[].

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