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General Information

Nectandra megapotamica is an evergreen or semideciduous tree with a dense, wide, globose crown; it can grow 15 - 25 metres tall. The short, straight, cylindrical bole can be 40 - 60cm in diameter with a thin bark[].
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for local use of its wood, though it is generally avoided because of its smell. An excellent shade tree, it is often used as a street tree in southern Brazil[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

S. America - Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Brazil, Bolivia.

Habitat

An understorey tree in a wide range of forests, found in most soil types[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Evergreen Tree
Height	20.00 m
Growth Rate	Slow
Pollinators	Insects
Cultivation Status	Ornamental, Wild

Cultivation Details

Prefers a sunny position[]. Succeeds in a wide range of soils[].
A rather slow-growing tree[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The wood has a foul smell when fresh, this disappears when the wood has been dried but returns if the wood becomes damp. It is moderately heavy, of medium durability and easy to work. It has excellent properties for use in construction, but is generally avoided because of its smell[].

Propagation

Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a partially shaded position in a nursery seedbed or in individual containers. A high germination rate can usually be expected, with the seed sprouting within 20 - 40 days[].

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