Cedro, Cigar Box Tree
Cedrela fissilis
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Basic Information
Family: Meliaceae
Genus: cedrela
Plant ID (slug): cedrela-fissilis
Numeric ID: 24221
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Cedrela fissilis is a deciduous Tree growing to 25 m (82ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10 and is frost tender. It is noted for attracting wildlife. 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
Western S. America - Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, north through Central America to Costa Rica.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Astringent Emetic Skin The bark is astringent and emetic[ 46 , 739 ]. It has been recommended for the treatment of leucorrhoea, and is used as a dressing on ulcers[ 46 , 739 ]. A decoction of the wood is used as a wash for cleaning sores, and in a vapour bath to treat orchitis[ 739 ]. The fruits and the seed contain the limonoid triterpene fissinolide[ 739 ].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Cedrela fissilis Cedro, Cigar Box Tree