Cenostigma pinnatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnatum
ID:
1334300
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) Gagnon & G.P.Lewis
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys71: 91 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346754
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cenostigma pinnatum (also called Pinnate cenostigma, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. This plant is found in tropical rainforests and moist areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cenostigma pinnatum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cenostigma pinnatum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are held on tall stems and bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black and held in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cenostigma pinnatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a potting mix that is kept moist. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Cenostigma pinnatum
Cenostigma pinnatum is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Cenostigma pinnatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cenostigma pinnatum?
Cenostigma pinnatum
What is the common name of Cenostigma pinnatum?
Pinnate Cenostigma
What is the natural habitat of Cenostigma pinnatum?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests in Brazil
Species in the Cenostigma genus
Cenostigma tocantinum, Cenostigma macrophyllum, Cenostigma bracteosum, Cenostigma eriostachys, Cenostigma gaumeri, Cenostigma laxiflorum, Cenostigma marginatum, Cenostigma myabense, Cenostigma pellucidum, Cenostigma pluviosum, Cenostigma pinnatum, Cenostigma pyramidale, Cenostigma nordestinum, Cenostigma microphyllum, Cenostigma diversifolium,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Edeline Gagnon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158094-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cenostigma pinnatum (Griseb.) Gagnon & G.P.Lewis: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.