Bannia, Banya
Swartzia bannia
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae
Genus: swartzia
Plant ID (slug): swartzia-bannia
Numeric ID: 25092
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Swartzia bannia is an evergreen Tree growing to 12 m (39ft) by 12 m (39ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) 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.
Distribution
Northern S. America - French Guiana, Surinam, Guyana.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Antidiarrhoeal The bark is boiled with water and then drunk as a treatment for diarrhoea[348 ].
Known Hazards
Fine dust developed by machining operations may cause irritation to nose, throat and eyes[341 ].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Swartzia bannia Bannia, Banya