Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bellum
ID:
164988

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vilchez

Source:
ildis

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana17: 505 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164317



Common Names

  • Centrosema Bellum
  • Bell's Butterfly Pea
  • Butterfly Pea


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Description

Centrosema bellum (also called Centrosema, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Centrosema bellum is an ornamental plant that is often grown in gardens and parks. It has attractive white flowers and is a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. It can also be used as a windbreak or as a privacy screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centrosema bellum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrosema bellum is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is tolerant of poor soils and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Centrosema bellum

Centrosema bellum is native to Central and South America and is found in dry forests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental.

Centrosema bellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centrosema bellum?

Centrosema bellum

What is the common name of Centrosema bellum?

Bell's Centrosema

What is the natural habitat of Centrosema bellum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Centrosema genus

Centrosema bellum, Centrosema carajasense, Centrosema grazielae, Centrosema acutifolium, Centrosema arenarium, Centrosema arenicola, Centrosema bifidum, Centrosema bracteosum, Centrosema capitatum, Centrosema coriaceum, Centrosema dasyanthum, Centrosema fasciculatum, Centrosema grandiflorum, Centrosema haitiense, Centrosema heteroneura, Centrosema jaraguaensis, Centrosema latidens, Centrosema macranthum, Centrosema macrocarpum, Centrosema pascuorum, Centrosema platycarpum, Centrosema rotundifolium, Centrosema schottii, Centrosema tapirapoanense, Centrosema triquetrum, Centrosema unifoliatum, Centrosema variifolium, Centrosema venosum, Centrosema vetulum, Centrosema vexillatum, Centrosema molle, Centrosema brachypodum, Centrosema angustifolium, Centrosema heptaphyllum, Centrosema brasilianum, Centrosema plumieri, Centrosema pubescens, Centrosema virginianum, Centrosema kermesii, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema heteroneurum, Centrosema jaraguaense, Centrosema lucia-helenae, Centrosema teresae, Centrosema tetragonolobum, Centrosema sericiflorum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References