Abarema diamantina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Guerra, Iganci & M.P.Morim
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa289(1): 80 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319025
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abarema diamantina (also called Diamantine Abarema, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows up to 10 m tall and has elliptic leaves with a glossy upper surface and a pale underside. It is found in lowland and montane forest, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Abarema diamantina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abarema diamantina has small, white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Abarema diamantina is a tropical perennial plant that can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed.
Where to Find Abarema diamantina
Abarema diamantina can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Abarema diamantina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abarema diamantina?
Abarema diamantina
What is the common name of Abarema diamantina?
Diamond Abarema
What is the natural habitat of Abarema diamantina?
It is native to Brazil and can be found in dry forests and savannas
Species in the Abarema genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
João Ricardo Vieira Iganci: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iganci' in the authors string.
Marli Pires Morim (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Morim' in the authors string.
Ethiéne Guerra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Guerra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77159958-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Abarema diamantina E.Guerra, Iganci & M.P.Morim: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.