Coracao-de-Negro, panococo, Brazilian ebony
Swartzia panacoco
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae
Genus: swartzia
Plant ID (slug): swartzia-panacoco
Numeric ID: 25096
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Swartzia panacoco is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft) by 25 m (82ft) 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 and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
S. America - Brazil, Venezuela, the Guyanas.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Diaphoretic A decoction of the bark is drunk as a sudorific[348 , 739 ].
Known Hazards
The sawdust from wood of plants in this genus can be irritating to mill workers[316 ].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Swartzia panacoco Coracao-de-Negro, panococo, Brazilian ebony