Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
coccineum
ID:
1055105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex Benth.) Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 154 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054443



Common Names

  • Coccineum Tree
  • Coccineum Camptosema
  • Coccineum Cassia


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Description

Camptosema coccineum (also called 'Scarlet Camptosema', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and wet savannas. Its leaves are compound and its flowers are bright red.

Uses & Benefits

Camptosema coccineum is used as a fodder crop, as a green manure crop, and as a cover crop to protect the soil from erosion. It is also used as a soil-improving crop, as it helps improve soil fertility and structure.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Camptosema coccineum is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a black and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camptosema coccineum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a warm, sunny location and given regular water and fertilizer.

Where to Find Camptosema coccineum

Camptosema coccineum can be found in dry, sandy soils in the western United States, from California to Texas and Oklahoma.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.