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General Information

Persea willdenovii is a semideciduous tree with a large, dense, rounded crown; it can grow 10 - 20 metres tall. The straight, cylindrical bole can be 40 - 60cm in diameter with a thick bark[].
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for local use of its wood. An ornamental tree, it is suitable for general landscaping[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

S. America - eastern Brazil.

Habitat

Semideciduous forests at higher elevations, found in both primary and secondary formations and favouring slopes and tops of hills in well-drained soils[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Semi-deciduous Tree
Height	15.00 m
Growth Rate	Slow
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Prefers a sunny position[]. Prefers a well-drained soil[]. Established plants are drought tolerant[].
A slow-growing tree, barely reaching a height of 1.5 metres after 2 years from seed[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The sapwood and heartwood are clearly demarcated. The wood is moderately heavy, slightly hard, of low durability and susceptible to the attacks of dry-wood termites. Easy to work, it is used in joinery, building construction, furniture making etc[].

Propagation

Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a partially shaded position in a nursery seedbed. A low germination rate can usually be expected, with the seed sprouting within 25 - 40 days[]. When the seedlings are 5 - 7cm tall, pot them up into individual containers and they should be ready to plant out 9 - 10 months later[].

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