Paubrasilia - Wikipedia
Paubrasilia echinata is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae, that is endemic to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. [4][5] It is a Brazilian timber tree commonly known as Pernambuco wood or brazilwood[6] (Portuguese: pau-de-pernambuco, pau-brasil; [6] Tupi: ybyrapytanga[7]) and is the national tree of Brazil. [5] .
Scientists give a new name to Brazil’s national tree | Kew
Taxonomists have long wondered about the correct classification of Brazil’s national tree. A new DNA study which analyses the evolutionary relationships of some 200 related species (known as the Caesalpinia group) confirms that Brazil`s iconic tree represents an isolated evolutionary lineage, and merits recognition as a new genus.
The Tree That Gave Brazil Its Name - Science Talk Archive
2014年2月19日 · Pau brasil (Caesalpinia echinata), a member of the legume plant family and the national tree of Brazil, has played an important role in the history of that country. Pau is the colloquial name for árvore (or tree), and the red sap it exudes when the trunk is cut has the color of a burning piece of charcoal ( brasa in Portuguese).
Discover Brazil’s National Tree: The Pau Brasil - Exploration Junkie
Discover The Pau Brasil, the National Tree of Brazil. The Pau Brasil (Paubrasilia echinata), a symbol as rich in history as it is in color, is not just a tree but a national icon. Belonging to the legume family, this mesmerizing tree stands out with …
A new scientific name for Brazil's national tree - Phys.org
2016年10月13日 · Scientists have long wondered about the correct taxonomic classification of Pau-brasil, the national tree of Brazil. A new study using DNA sequences to analyze the evolutionary relationships of...
American Journal of Botany - Botanical Society of America
2023年9月6日 · Paubrasilia echinata (common names, pau brasil, brazilwood) is the national tree of Brazil and an endangered species endemic to the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. Over its wide distribution of 2000 km, its leaflets morphology exhibits extensive plasticity.
Pau-brasil was once so common along the Brazilian coast that 16th century merchants referred to the country as "Terra do Brasil", or Land of Brazilwood. The tree was highly sought-after for its...
IPCI - International Pernambuco Conservatory Initiative USA
and sustainable use of Caesalpinia echinata, Brazil's national tree, commonly known as pau brasil or pernambuco. Pernambuco has been used in the making of bows for over 250 years, enhancing the performance of stringed music for generations.
Pau Brazil, an endangered species from Brazil - Global Tree …
2023年12月11日 · Paubrasilia echinata is a species of flowering plant in the legume family (the same family of our known and loved beans, peas and lentils), that is endemic to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It is commonly known as pernambuco wood or brazilwood and it is considered a national symbol in Brazil.
Paubrasilia echinata (Lam.) E. Gagnon, H. C. Lima & G. P. Lewis is the national tree of Brazil and an endangered species endemic to the Mata Atlantica. Three morphotypes are commonly identified based on the size of the folioles but it is unclear if they represent distinct taxa or a single polymorphic species.