The information from 'Brazilian Trees Vol. 2'[] was listed under Cnidoscolus pubescens (Pax) Pax, which is a synonym of Cnidoscolus froesii. There is a Brazilian species of Cnidoscolus pubescens, with Pohl as the author. Since the range given fits in with Cnidoscolus froesii, it is assumed that this is the correct species[].

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General Information

Cnidoscolus froesii is a deciduous tree with a thin but ample roundish crown; it can grow 6 - 8 metres tall. The cylindrical bole branches from low down, it can be 25 - 45cm in diameter. The leaves and branches have stinging hairs[].
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for local use of its wood. It can be used as a pioneer when restoring native woodland.

Known Hazards

The leaves and branches have stinging hairs[].

Botanical References

Range

S. America - eastern Brazil.

Habitat

Dryland forest and Atlantic rainforest, usually growing in the more open areas of secondary growth[].

Properties

Weed Potential	Yes
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Deciduous Tree
Height	7.00 m
Growth Rate	Fast
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Grows best in a sunny position[]. Established plants are drought tolerant[].
Rapidly invading pastureland, the plant is regarded as a weed by cattle farmers[].
The plant is fast-growing when young, able to reach a height of 3 metres within 2 years from seed[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Agroforestry Uses:

A fast-growing plant that succeeds in full sun and rapidly invades pastures, it can be used as a pioneer plant when restoring native woodland[].

Other Uses

The wood is thick-textured, straight-grained, light in weight, soft, with poor mechanical properties and not durable. It is easy to work with, but of small dimensions and poor quality, so is only used for low value items such as boxes, door fillings and plywood[].

Propagation

Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a partially shaded position in a nursery seedbed. A high germination rate can be expected, with the seed sprouting within 20 - 28 days[].

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