Beilschmiedia pendula
(Sw.) Hemsl.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaBeilschmiedia pendula is a species of tree in the laurel family (Lauraceae). It is native to Central America (Honduras to Panama), northwestern South America (Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela), and the West Indies (Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, Leeward Islands, and Windward Islands).
Description
A tree. It grows 25 m tall. The leaves are alternate and 9.5-10 cm long by 3-3.5 cm wide. The fruit are 3.5 cm long.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Nicaragua, South America*,
Other Uses
The heartwood is a pinkish brown; it is demarcated from the pale brown sapwood. The wood is moderately hard, strong, and heavy. It is very susceptible to damage by dry-wood termites. Rate of air-seasoning is slow, and mount of degrade is minor. Machining characteristics are as follows: planing, shaping, sanding, and resistance to screw splitting are good ; turning and mortising are fair; and boring is poor. The wood is used for shipbuilding, general construction, flooring, furniture, cabinetmaking, and carpentry.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Aceitunillo, Jora, Urku carpeta
References (3)
- Roa, J. A. G. & Boada, D. S. G., 2018, Fundación para el Fortalecimiento de la Fruticultura y Plantas Alimenticias no Convencionales en Colombia.
- Segura, S., et al, 2018, The edible fruit species in Mexico. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2018) 65:1767–1793
- Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 393
