Lophanthera lactescens
Lophanthera lactescens
Safety & Hazards
None known
Cultivation Details
Succeeds in full sun and also in partial shade[1]. Requires a moist soil[1]. A moderately fast-growing tree, able to reach a height of 2 - 3 metres within 2 years from seed[1].
Propagation
Seed - the seedlings are sensitive to root disturbance and so the seed is best sown as soon as it is ripe in a partially shaded position in individual containers. A low germination rate can be expected, with the seed sprouting within 30 - 50 days[1]. The seedlings grow away slowly, but they should be ready to plant out 7 months later[1]. The seed has a short viability, not exceeding 4 months in storage[1]. Cite as: Tropical Plants Database, Ken Fern. tropical.theferns.info. 2026-02-20. <tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Lophanthera+lactescens>
Pollinators
Data unavailable
References
- [1]Brazilian Trees. Volume 1. 4th Edition. — Lorenzi. H. · Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil. · 2002 · ISBN 85-86714-17-8 ↩︎Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.