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General Information

Qualea grandiflora is a deciduous tree with a dense, globose crown; it can grow 7 - 12 metres tall. The short, cylindrical bole can be 30 - 40cm in diameter[].
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for local use of its wood.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

S. America - Paraguay, southern, eastern, central and northern Brazil, Bolivia, Peru.

Habitat

Savannah and woodland savannah, in both primary and secondary formations, favouring high, dry, well-drained sites[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Deciduous Tree
Height	10.00 m
Growth Rate	Slow
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Prefers a sunny position[]. Tolerates poor soils[]. Established plants are drought tolerant[].
A slow-growing tree[].
Plants resent root disturbance, transplanting poorly[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

Sapwood and heartwood are not clearly differentiated. The wood is medium-textured, moderately heavy, with poor mechanical properties, susceptible to rot when exposed. Easy to cut and work with, it can be used for low value items such as boards, toys, furniture structures, boxes etc[].

Propagation

Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a partially shaded position in individual containers. A germination rate of below 20% can normally be expected, with the seed sprouting within 25 - 50 days[]. Seedlings grow very slowly, but should be ready to plant out 10 - 11 months later[].

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