Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lignosum
ID:
1038013

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Trautv.) L.R.Xu & B.H.Choi

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Fl. China10: 514 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001037351



Common Names

  • Corethrodendron lignosum
  • Woody Corethrodendron
  • Woody Corethrodendron


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Description

Corethrodendron lignosum (also called Lignose Corethrodendron, among many other common names) is a small shrub species found in South America. It is a slender, erect shrub with a yellowish-green color and a smooth texture. It prefers moist, shady habitats, and is found in forests, grasslands, and other areas with high humidity. It is native to Brazil and other parts of South America.

Uses & Benefits

Corethrodendron lignosum is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of various ailments such as fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Corethrodendron lignosum var. laeve (Maxim.) L.R.Xu & B.H.Choi
Corethrodendron lignosum var. lignosum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Corethrodendron lignosum has small, white, four-petalled flowers and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corethrodendron lignosum is a species of plant that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5. It is best grown in partial shade, and can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist. It can be propagated by seed in spring or summer, or by cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Corethrodendron lignosum

Corethrodendron lignosum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ernst Rudolf von Trautvetter (1809-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trautv.' in the authors string.
Byoung Hee Choi (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Choi' in the authors string.
Lang Ran Xu (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Xu' in the authors string.