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Carapa megistocarpa

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Carapa megistocarpa is a species of flowering plant in the family Meliaceae. It is endemic to Ecuador, where it is a tree of coastal forests. It is endangered by deforestation and is harvested for timber.

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Family: Meliaceae

How to use it

Carapa megistocarpa is primarily used for its timber, which is sought after in construction and furniture-making. However, due to its endangered status, it is crucial to ensure that any use of this tree is sustainable and does not contribute to further deforestation.

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Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by: Seed

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Name: Carapa megistocarpa
Slug: carapa-megistocarpa
Kingdom: Plantae
Family: Meliaceae
Genus: Carapa
Species: megistocarpa
Wikidata QID: Q5037711
Propagule type: seed
Container suitable: No
Indoor suitable: No
OSSI pledged: No
Hazard level: 1
Data completeness: 43

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