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General Information

Pictetia obcordata is a large shrub to a slender-trunked tree that can grow from 2 - 8 metres tall[].
We lack specific information, but this species is probably harvested from the wild for local use of its wood. It is sometimes grown as an ornamental, where it can be used to make an effective intruder-proof hedge.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Caribbean - Haiti, Dominican Republic

Habitat

Steep open hillsides along rivers, streams and roads, in seasonally dry vegetation, commonly in disturbed sites; at elevations from 200 - 1,000 metres[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Tree
Height	6.00 m
Pollinators	Insects
Cultivation Status	Ornamental, Wild

Cultivation Details

The plant has large flowers and a long floral display. It is sometimes grown as an ornamental[].
The plant can be in fruit all year round[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Agroforestry Uses:

We have no specific information for this species but, like all members of the genus, it has sharp spines. Many of the species are used locally to form hedges that become very effective, intruder-proof barriers[, ].
This species is a common element in disturbed soils on steep, open slopes[]. This suggests a possible use as a pioneer for restoring native species on difficult sites[].

Other Uses

We have no specific information for this species, but members of this genus generally have a hard, strong and durable wood that is suitable for small turnery items but, because it is usually only available in small sizes, is mainly used for fence posts, stakes and shingles[, ].
The wood is also used for fuel[].

Propagation

Seed -

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