Tree Species (Scientific Name)
Aspidosperma macrocarpon
Lumber
Ornamental
Peru Common Name
Pumaquiro
Tree Family
Apocynaceae
Average Leaf Size (cm)
Unknown
Tree Height
Medium (20–35m)
Elevational Range (m)
Unknown
Distribution
Native
Exotic
Native to Peru
Native to
Region
Americas
Latin America
Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, Venezuela
Coffee Agroforestry Information
Coffee System
Arabica
Coffee Impact
Unknown
Prevalence
Unknown
Cultivation
Planted
Tree Management
Seeds should be planted as soon as they are ripe in partial shade in individual containers. A low germination rate can be expected, with the seed sprouting within 10 to 25 days. Seedlings grow slowly and should be ready for planting 8 months after the initial planting. The seed has a viability of less than 4 months. Freshly cut wood and sap cause irritation of the eyes, nose and throat.
Tree Benefits and Uses
Farmer Uses
- Lumber
- Ornamental
Harvested from the wild for local use in construction, shipbuilding, tool handles and carpentry. It has attractive foliage and is able to be used for landscaping.
Farm Services
- Unknown
Biodiversity Benefits
No
Citations
Citations
Jezeer, Rosalien. (2018). PhD dissertation: Shedding Light on Shade- Reconciling Livelihoods and Biodiversity in Coffee Agroforests. 10.13140/RG.2.2.28895.71844.;
Tropical Plants Database, Ken Fern. tropical.theferns.info. 2022-09-30. tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Aspidosperma+macrocarpon