Schizolobium parahyba
Hi
Since I can't get any info. from other sources maybe you people will know of where to find some info.
Very few people seem to be growing this plant within the US and these have very limited experience. It seems to be quite common and is being used in several tropical locations for commercial as well as reforestaion projects.
I got seeds last Oct and my one remaining seedling is now 2 feet high.It is showing some very remarkable characteristics that have piqued my interest.
It grows at an astounding rate
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Incredibly sticky leaves.This is the quality that interests me most.I'm talking major adhesive here not just "sticky" At 2 feet tall it is catching small lizards!!
The condition is being caused by a resin secreted at the leaf axils and held on the stem in droplets.Very water resistant and will return to globe shape when spread.It does not refract light and has no perceivale odor nor skin reaction. My cat reacts neutrally nether pleasant or offensive. It also seems to have insect repellant qualities.
I spread a small amount on an anthill and they went berserk.
In the info I can find there is not one mention of any of these qualities.
I found an article on them in Ingenta but the first 3 sentences contained 5 words I didn't know the meaning of lol. "Chymotrypsin inhibitors"
Anyone know about this or where I can find some info??
Must be in English............Thanks
Gary
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