Tree Species (Scientific Name)
Frangula oreodendron
Costa Rican Common Name
Duraznillo
Tree Family
Rhamnaceae
Average Leaf Size (cm)
6cm
Length
×
4cm
Width
Tree Height
Shrub (1–10m)
Elevational Range (m)
1300–3300m
Distribution
Native
Exotic
Native to Costa Rica
Native to
Region
Americas
Latin America
Costa Rica, Panama
Costa Rica
Cartago, Heredia, San José
Coffee Agroforestry Information
Coffee System
Arabica
Coffee Impact
Beneficial to coffee
Cultivation
Natural
Regeneration
Regenerates Naturally
Tree Management
It is propagated by seeds.
Climate Change Adaptability
unknown
Tree Benefits and Uses
Farmer Uses
- Unknown
Farm Services
- Coffee Shade
- Reforestation
Coffee shade: Light shade
Reforestation
Biodiversity Benefits
Yes
Attracts biological controllers, Attracts seed dispersers
These plants are visited by insectivorous birds, including some fine-billed species. When they produce fruit they are visited by frugivorous birds that can help in the dispersal of their seeds.
Citations
Citations
Plants of the World Online (POWO). (2024). Plants of the World Online. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Published on the Internet. Retrieved from http://www.plantsoftheworldonline.org