Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
dumosum
ID:
187739

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) G.P.Lewis

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Legumes Bahia: 165 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187068



Common Names

  • Chloroleucon dumosum
  • Chloroleucon mangense
  • Chloroleucon ebano


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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium dumosum Benth. [valid]
  • Pithecellobium glazioui Benth. [unknown]
  • Pithecellobium vinhatico Record [valid]
  • Chloroleucon glazioui (Benth.) G.P.Lewis [valid]
  • Feuilleea dumosa (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pithecolobium dumosum Benth. [unknown]
  • Feuilleea glazioui (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Chloroleucon vinhatico (Record) Killip ex Record [valid]
  • Pithecellobium glaziovii Benth. [valid]
  • Feuilleea glaziovii (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Chloroleucon dumosum (also called Dwarf Chloroleucon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a greyish-brown bark and grows up to 10 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chloroleucon dumosum is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloroleucon dumosum has small, yellow-orange flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow, and pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloroleucon dumosum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be taken in the spring. It is best to start the seeds indoors in a warm, moist environment and then transplant them outdoors when they are a few inches tall.

Where to Find Chloroleucon dumosum

Chloroleucon dumosum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Chloroleucon dumosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloroleucon dumosum?

Chloroleucon dumosum

What is the common name of Chloroleucon dumosum?

Bushy Chloroleucon

Where is Chloroleucon dumosum native to?

Mexico, Central America, and northern South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.