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Cordia sebestena
Geiger Tree, Siricote, Scarlet Cordia
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| Species Name | Cordia sebestena |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Geiger Tree, Siricote, Scarlet Cordia |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Cordia |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
- Shrubby tree growing up to 10 m tall with a dense, bushy, and rounded crown. Leaves c. 20 cm long, ovate with wavy margins. Flowers c. 5 cm across, tubular and flaring, dark orange and in dense terminal clusters. Fruits c. 5 cm long, pear-shaped.
2. Tree Size
Medium (10-15 m)
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3. Full Distribution
- Native to the American tropics, South Florida (USA), the Bahamas, and southwards throughout Central America
4. Habitat and Ecology
- A weed along degraded roadsides, lagoon edges and in overgrazed native pastures, especially in sandy soils in areas of low rainfall
5. Altitude (in meters)
- Up to 185 m
6. Landscape Type
Urban Streets, Small Urban Green Spaces, Coastal Fronts
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7. IUCN Conservation Status
Least Concern
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
Data Deficient
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
Slow
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11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
Yes
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12. Is this species damaging or does it have staining resin or sap?
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13. Does this species produce large and/or staining fruits?
No
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- Oval to egg-shaped fruits 1-2 in long [1]
14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
No
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- The fruits are edible but have thin pulp and are not very flavorful [1]
15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
Full sun
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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
Low
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
Low
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
Yes
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- pH 5.5-8.5 [1]
19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
No
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20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
Yes
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- It has high salt tolerance. [1]
21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
Yes
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22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
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- Established trees might be flood-tolerant. [1]
23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
Yes
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- It is drought tolerant. [1]
24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
- If not pruned, it can develop multiple trunks that will eventually weaken and split.
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25. Does this species have specific humidity requirements?
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26. Is this species highly prone to predation, parasitism, and/or disease?
Yes
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- Prone to mites, beetles, scale insects, and rust. [1]
27. Please provide any additional information for this species in the context of climate change resilience and/or vulnerability.
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28. Does this species have biodiversity value (e.g., provides food or habitat, or increases landscape connectivity for urban fauna)?
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- The fruit does not attract wildlife [1]
29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
Yes
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- Planted as an ornamental, often as a street tree. Has medicinal properties and is used to make products. [1]
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- Planted as an ornamental, often as a street tree. Has medicinal properties and is used to make products. [2]
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Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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