Wamara
Swartzia benthamiana
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae
Genus: swartzia
Plant ID (slug): swartzia-benthamiana
Numeric ID: 25093
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Swartzia benthamiana is an evergreen Tree growing to 20 m (65ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. It can fix Nitrogen. 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 can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
S. America - Brazil, Ecuador, the Guyanas.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Diaphoretic Odontalgic The red latex that is obtained from the trunk is put on a piece of cotton which is then packed into the cavity of a tooth to relieve toothache[348 ]. The crushed leaves and bark are decocted and applied to aching teeth[348 ]. The plant (part not specified) is used as a sudorific[348 ].
Known Hazards
The sawdust from wood of plants in this genus can be irritating to mill workers[316 ].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Swartzia benthamiana Wamara