DICORYNIA GUIANENSIS - BASRALOCUS.
Common name Basralocus, angelique batard, barakaruballi, basraloksi.
Family Leguminosae.
Overview A tropical tree, from the rain - and savanna forest, growing up to a height of 150 feet, with a diameter of 4- to 6 feet.
Applications: the wood is since it is resistant to attack by delay fungi, used in marine - and heavy construction, industrial flooring, ship decking and parquet strips. The hardwood of Basralocus is reddish - to yellow brown. Interesting is the silicone content in the wood that can be as high as 2.92%.
Hardiness USDA zone 9 B - 11. Propagation Seeds. Culture Full sun, moist well drained loamy soil, needs high humidity. Plant in frost free areas.
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