Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
paivana
ID:
544063

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Fourn.) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie12: 76 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543395



Common Names

  • Archidendropsis paivana
  • Paivana Archidendropsis
  • Archidendropsis Paivana


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Synonyms

  • Albizia paivana E.Fourn. [valid]
  • Feuilleea paivana (E.Fourn.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Archidendropsis paivana (also called Paiva's Archidendropsis, among many other common names) is a small tree or large shrub that is native to South America. It grows in tropical forests and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendropsis paivana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Archidendropsis paivana sub. tenuispica (Harms) I.C.Nielsen
Archidendropsis paivana sub. balansae I.C.Nielsen
Archidendropsis paivana sub. paivana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archidendropsis paivana has small, white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendropsis paivana is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The seedlings are slow to establish.

Where to Find Archidendropsis paivana

Archidendropsis paivana can be found in Mexico.

Archidendropsis paivana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendropsis paivana?

Archidendropsis paivana

What is the common name of Archidendropsis paivana?

Paivana

What is the natural habitat of Archidendropsis paivana?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Eugène Pierre Nicolas Fournier (1834-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Fourn.' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:911900-1: Based on the initial data import