Accession Count: 1
Common Name:
oreja de negro
Family Name:
Fabaceae
Botanical Name:
Enterolobium contortisiliquum
Sub Species:
Variety:
Forma:
Cultivar:
Characteristics:
Compound:
Ent con
Geographic Origin:
Brazil
Ecozone Origin:
Neotropic
Biome Origin:
Natural History:
The Oreja de Negro was first found in Brazil [3]. The plant is found in southern Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay and Argentina. It grows in forest environments and is common in coastal forests. It is notable for its size and broad crown. [1 and 3]
Cultivation Notes:
This plant usually appears isolated, only rarely forming associations. The plant prefers moist, neutral soils, and requires lots of sunshine. The plant is also fast growing. [1]
Ethnobotany:
The Oreja de Negro is used for ornaments and for wide glass shade, suitable for large green spaces and flood beds. It can also be used as lightweight and water resistant wood. The fruit and bark can be used as soaps. The root is used for creating masks, statues, and hanging birds. The fruit is wanted by cattle, but causes abortions in the animal when consumed. [1 and 4]
Height:
16 - 20 feet
Width:
0 - 5 feet
Growth Rate:
Moderate Growing
Grow Season:
Fall
Flower Season:
Spring
Color:
White
Function:
Accent
Spread:
Non-spreading
Allergen:
Non-allergenic
Invasive:
Invasive
Toxicity:
Benign
Hardy:
Semi-hardy
Water Use:
Low water Use
