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General Information

Kielmeyera neglecta is a semi-deciduous tree with a light, elongated crown; it can grow 4 - 10 metres tall. The erect, cylindrical bole can be 15 - 25cm in diameter[].
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for its wood, which is used locally. It is sometimes grown as an ornamental.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

S. America - eastern Brazil in Bahia.

Habitat

Atlantic rainforest and coastal moist broadleaved forests, where it is found in both dense formations and in open areas, especially on sandy soils[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Semi-deciduous Tree
Height	7.00 m
Cultivation Status	Ornamental, Wild

Cultivation Details

Prefers a sunny position[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The wood is coarse-textured, straight-grained, light in weight, with a low resistance to wood-eating organisms[]. Because of its small dimensions and poor mechanical properties, it is only used for making items such as light boxes and toys[].

Propagation

Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a partially shaded position in a nursery seedbed. A low germination rate can be expected, with the seed sprouting within 30 - 50 days[].

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