Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gummifera
ID:
174550

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bertero ex DC.) D.Dietr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Syn. Plant.4: 1219 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173879

Common Names

  • Gummifera Ateleia
  • Gummifera
  • Gum-bearing Ateleia

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Synonyms

  • Ateleia tumida Mohlenbr. [valid]
  • Dalbergia gummifera DC. [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus gummifer Bert. ex DC. [valid]
  • Ateleia baracoensis A.Barreto [valid]

Description

Ateleia gummifera (also called Gummy Ateleia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 6 feet tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in dry, open forests. It has small, white flowers and small, green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Ateleia gummifera is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ateleia gummifera has small, white flowers that bloom in summer. The seed pods are long and thin, containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings have two seed leaves and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ateleia gummifera is a low-growing perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but is best suited for temperate regions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly, but not too much, as it is susceptible to root rot. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Ateleia gummifera

Ateleia gummifera can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Ateleia gummifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ateleia gummifera?

Ateleia gummifera

What type of plant is Ateleia gummifera?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae.

Where is Ateleia gummifera found?

It is native to Brazil.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carlo Luigi Giuseppe Bertero (1789-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertero' in the authors string.
David Nathaniel Friedrich Dietrich (1799-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Dietr.' in the authors string.