Wild honeytree (Casearia decandra, Enum. Syst. Pl.: 21 (1760))

Family: Salicaceae

Author: Jacq.

Bibliography: Enum. Syst. Pl.: 21 (1760)

Year: 1760

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Casearia

Vegetable: False

Observations: Trop. America

Description

The Wild honeytree, scientifically known as Casearia decandra, is a fascinating species belonging to the Salicaceae family. This plant has its origins in tropical regions of America, where it thrives in the warm and humid climate.

The Wild honeytree is well-regarded for its ecological significance and has been a subject of interest since it was formally documented in the mid-18th century. The earliest known taxonomy of this species was detailed by Jacquin in 1760 in his seminal work, which systematically enumerates a diverse range of plant species. This early documentation has paved the way for subsequent research and understanding of the plant’s characteristics and habitat.

The Wild honeytree is characterized by its distinct physical appearance and biological features, making it a noteworthy member of its ecosystem. Its presence contributes to the local biodiversity, supporting various forms of wildlife that depend on it for food and shelter. Additionally, the tree may possess unique properties that have been utilized in traditional practices and continue to be explored for potential modern applications.

Overall, Casearia decandra exemplifies the rich botanical diversity found in tropical America and highlights the importance of preserving these unique species for future generations. The historical and ongoing studies underscore its significance and the need for continued research and conservation efforts to fully understand and protect this remarkable tree.

Common Names

Por: anavinga, andorinha, assa-leitão, assa-peixe, brogotó, cabelo-de-cotia, caferana, cafezeiro-do-mato, café-do-mato, cambroé, carrapatinho, chá-de-bugre, cocão-branco, espeto, espeto-vermelho, guassatonga, guassatunga, guaçatonga, guaçatonga-branca, guaçatunga, limão, pau-de-espeto, pau-de-la, pau-vidro, pau-vidro-branco, vidro
Eng: wild honeytree, crack open
En: Wild honeytree, Guaçatumba, Crack Open
Pt: Cambroé, Guassatunga, Guaçatonga-branca, Pau-de-la, Caferana, Limão, Andorinha, Cafezeiro-do-mato, Guaçatunga, Chá-de-bugre, Guassatonga, Café-do-mato, Guaçatonga, Espeto, Espeto-vermelho, Pau-de-espeto, Vidro, Anavinga, Pau-vidro, Cocão-branco, Pau-vidro-branco, Assa-leitão, Assa-peixe, Brogotó, Cabelo de cotia, Carrapatinho, Cabelo-de-cotia

Synonyms

• Casearia serrulata (Sieber ex Griseb.)
• Casearia parvifolia var. genuina (Briq.)
• Casearia nitida (Sieber ex Griseb.)
• Casearia micrantha (G.Don)
• Casearia reflexa (Sleumer)
• Casearia albicaulis (Rusby)
• Samyda lancifolia (Sessé & Moc.)
• Samyda decandra (Jacq.)
• Guidonia adstringens ((Mast.) Baill.)
• Casearia pavoniana (Sleumer)
• Casearia parvifolia var. paraguariensis (Briq.)
• Chaetocrater reflexus (Ruiz & Pav.)
• Casearia adstringens (Mart.)
• Samyda parvifolia (Poir.)
• Casearia adamantium (Cambess.)
• Guidonia parvifolia (M.Gómez)
• Casearia parviflora var. microphylla (Schltdl.)
• Anavinga parvifolia (Lam.)
• Casearia floribunda (Briq.)
• Casearia parvifolia (Willd.)

Distribution

• Argentina Northeast (native)
• Bolivia (native)
• Brazil North (native)
• Brazil Northeast (native)
• Brazil South (native)
• Brazil Southeast (native)
• Brazil West-Central (native)
• Colombia (native)
• Dominican Republic (native)
• Ecuador (native)
• French Guiana (native)
• Haiti (native)
• Honduras (native)
• Leeward Is. (native)
• Panamá (native)
• Paraguay (native)
• Peru (native)
• Puerto Rico (native)
• Suriname (native)
• Trinidad-Tobago (native)
• Uruguay (native)
• Venezuela (native)
• Windward Is. (native)

Additional Images

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Fruit

Taken Aug 14, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 14, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 14, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 7, 2021 by Cauã Anacleto (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 5, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Djanga LAYI (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Aug 13, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Jul 26, 2022 by matias aisner (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 9, 2021 by Leandro da silva pereira (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 7, 2021 by Cauã Anacleto (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 26, 2021 by Leandro da silva pereira (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 7, 2021 by Cauã Anacleto (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Aug 13, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 14, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 29, 2022 by Gabe Kidd (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Oct 18, 2008 by AMAP Lab – Guyane 2022 (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 18, 2008 by AMAP Lab – Guyane 2022 (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 18, 2008 by AMAP Lab – Guyane 2022 (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 18, 2008 by AMAP Lab – Guyane 2022 (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 18, 2008 by AMAP Lab – Guyane 2022 (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5331147)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:779541-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Casearia decandra Jacq.)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Tree, Shrub

Growth