Angelim-vermelho (Dinizia excelsa Ducke)

Pará, Almeirim

Scientific name: Dinizia excelsa Ducke Botanical Family: Fabaceae Characteristics: One of the largest trees in the Amazon. It is an emergent species, capable of exceeding 60 meters in height and reaching about 2 meters in diameter. In the region, giant specimens over 70 meters tall can be found. Habit: A species characteristic of upland forests, associated with more advanced stages of forest development. It occupies the emergent layer, projecting its crown above the canopy. Highlight: A red angelim recorded in the region reached 88.5 meters in height, being considered the tallest tree ever recorded in Latin America until 2026. Its exceptional stature reveals the growth potential of large Amazonian trees. Main uses: Its wood is extremely strong and durable, used in bridges, flooring, posts, stakes, sleepers, and other structures that require high resistance.

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