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General Information

Muellera sericea is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 15 metres tall. The straight trunk is fluted and can be up to 30cm in diameter[].
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for local use of its wood. It is sometimes grown as an ornamental, noteworthy for its beautiful flowers and the shade it provides[].
This taxon is not known to be threatened or in decline at present, there are, however, a number of general threats to the habitat as a result of anthropogenic activity. The plant is classified as 'Least Concern' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species(2013)[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

S. America - northern Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia

Habitat

Gallery and riparian forest[]. Along river banks and on forested islands[].

Properties

Conservation Status	Least Concern
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Deciduous Tree
Height	12.00 m
Pollinators	Insects
Cultivation Status	Ornamental, Wild

Cultivation Details

Muellera sericea is native to the subtropical and tropical zones of northern Argentina, Paraguay and southern Bolivia.

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The heartwood is reddish yellow. The wood has a low lustre, poor durability and requires care when seasoning. It also emits a disagreeable odour, especially when freshly cut[].

Propagation

Seed -

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