Tabebuia heterophylla
(Bignoniaceae)
Names and origins
Characters
Ecology
Uses
Conservation
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Forest type (costal, hill, lowland, peatswamp, mountains, kerangas...)
Forest Layer (emergent, canopy, understory, forest floor, liana...)
Pioneer tree, late sucessional tree
Symbiotic microorganisms (Nitrogen-fixing bacteria, ectomycorrhiza)
Seed dispersal by animals
Pollination by birds, bats, bees, beetles
Symbiosis with animals, ants
Flowering habits and frequency
Seed germination conditions and time
<p>This species thrives in dry, rocky woodland environments, demonstrating a remarkable tolerance for calcareous, coral-based soils and elevated, slightly brackish water tables, flourishing even at altitudes of up to 1,000 meters above sea level. The tree exhibits notable resilience in degraded areas and abandoned farmland, where it often quickly establishes itself and forms nearly pure stands. Tabebuia heterophylla is a versatile species that adapts to various habitats and serves as an effective pioneer. Despite being harvested for various purposes, it does not seem to be under significant threat. In Puerto Rico, the tree is intentionally planted in poor soil to provide cover and enhance soil quality. Established specimens are highly drought-resistant, although the species has demonstrated an inclination to become invasive in certain regions.</p>
Tabebuia heterophylla (Bignoniaceae) Tabebuia heterophylla (Bignoniaceae)