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General Information

Martiodendron elatum is a very large tree that can be up to 46 metres tall. The long, straight bole can be up to 77cm in diameter, usually with large buttresses[].
The tree yields a heavy, hard and tough timber, though it is little used[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

S. America - northern Brazil, southern Venezuela.

Habitat

An emergent and canopy tree in tropical rainforest, mainly in areas subject to seasonal, but not deep, inundation, sometimes in areas free of flooding[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Tree
Height	35.00 m
Pollinators	Insects
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Species in this genus generaly grow on well-drained clay soils[]. Found in the wild mainly on argillaceous soils[].
Although many species within the family Fabaceae have a symbiotic relationship with soil bacteria, this species is said to be devoid of such a relationship and therefore does not fix atmospheric nitrogen[]

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The wood is hard, tough and durable. It is suitable for general heavy construction such as house framing, pillars and bridging[].

Propagation

Seed -

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