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General Information

Erythroxylum deciduum is a deciduous tree with a dense, longish crown; it can grow 4 - 8 metres tall. The short, cylindrical bole can be 20 - 35cm in diameter with a thick bark[].
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for local use of its wood, It can be used for planting in narrow streets and under power lines[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

S. America - Argentina, Paraguay, southern, central and eastern Brazil.

Habitat

Found in the undergrowth of a range of forest types and also in the savannah, favouring moist soils, at elevations from sea level to 1,300 metres[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Deciduous Tree
Height	6.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Succeeds in full sun and in moderate shade[]. Prefers a moist soil[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The wood is fine-textured, straight-grained, uniform, heavy, with moderate mechanical properties and with good durability. It can be used for small items in construction, light cabinet making, door and window jambs, lathe work and tool handles[].

Propagation

Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a sunny position in a nursery seedbed[].

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