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Summary
Goniorrhachis marginata is an evergreen tree with a globose canopy and straight, cylindrical bole that can be 70-90 cm in diameter. It usually grows up to 30 m tall. It is commonly found in South America. Fully established plants are tolerant to drought. The wood is of high quality and ideal for construction especially in exposed situations. It is very heavy, very hard, and highly durable.
Physical Characteristics
Goniorrhachis marginata is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a medium rate.
See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10.
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought.
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Synonyms
Goniorrhachis marginata var. marginata
Plant Habitats
Edible Uses
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Medicinal Uses
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Other Uses
Wood
Other Uses: The wood is medium-textured, straight to slightly cross-grained, very heavy, very hard, and of great durability even when exposed to the elements. It can be used for all types of construction, especially in exposed situations, flooring blocks and is considered to be one of the best woods for railway sleepers[420 ].
Special Uses
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Cultivation details
Grows best in a sunny position[420 ]. Established plants are drought tolerant[420 ]. Young plants have a moderate rate of growth[420 ]. Although many species within the family Fabaceae have a symbiotic relationship with soil bacteria, this species is said to be devoid of such a relationship and therefore does not fix atmospheric nitrogen.
References Carbon Farming Information and Carbon Sequestration Information
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Plant Propagation
Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a partially shaded position in a nursery seedbed. A high germination rate can usually be expected from fresh seed, with the seed sprouting within 8 - 15 days[420 ]. When the seedlings are 4 - 5cm tall, pot them up into individual containers and they should be ready to plant out 4 - 5 months later[420 ]. The seed has a limited viability of less than 60 days in storage[420 ].
Other Names
If available other names are mentioned here
Goniorrhachis
Native Range
SOUTHERN AMERICA: Brazil (Bahia)
Weed Potential
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Please note that a plant may be invasive in one area but may not in your area so it’s worth checking.
Conservation Status
IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status : This taxon has not yet been assessed
Growth: S = slow M = medium F = fast. Soil: L = light (sandy) M = medium H = heavy (clay). pH: A = acid N = neutral B = basic (alkaline). Shade: F = full shade S = semi-shade N = no shade. Moisture: D = dry M = Moist We = wet Wa = water.
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