Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabella
ID:
180429

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Lavin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
C.H.Stirton (ed.), Advances Legume System.3: 63 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179758



Common Names

  • Glabrous Ironwood
  • Smooth Ironwood
  • Smooth Cabimba


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Synonyms

  • Cracca edwardsii glabella A.Gray [valid]
  • Benthamantha grayi glabella Britten & Baker [valid]
  • Benthamantha glabella (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Benthamantha edwardsii glabella (A.Gray) Wiggins [valid]
  • Cracca glabella (A.Gray) Lavin [valid]
  • Cracca sericea (A.Gray) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Brittonamra sericea (A.Gray) Kearney [unknown]
  • Benthamantha grayi Alef. [valid]

Description

Coursetia glabella (also called Glabrous Coursetia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in dry forests, woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Coursetia glabella is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coursetia glabella has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a dense spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with three leaflets and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coursetia glabella is a shrub native to tropical America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Coursetia glabella

Coursetia glabella is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Veracruz, and Chiapas.

Coursetia glabella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coursetia glabella?

Coursetia glabella

What is the common name of Coursetia glabella?

Glabella

What is the natural habitat of Coursetia glabella?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Coursetia genus

Coursetia guatemalensis, Coursetia hintonii, Coursetia axillaris, Coursetia brachyrhachis, Coursetia hassleri, Coursetia madrensis, Coursetia mollis, Coursetia planipetiolata, Coursetia polyphylla, Coursetia tumbezensis, Coursetia dubia, Coursetia glandulosa, Coursetia grandiflora, Coursetia rostrata, Coursetia vicioides, Coursetia ferruginea, Coursetia caribaea, Coursetia glabella, Coursetia pumila, Coursetia insomniifolia, Coursetia oaxacensis, Coursetia robinioides, Coursetia paniculata, Coursetia elliptica, Coursetia apantensis, Coursetia paucifoliolata, Coursetia maraniona, Coursetia cajamarcana, Coursetia hidalgoana, Coursetia barrancana, Coursetia gracilis, Coursetia intermontana, Coursetia andina, Coursetia fruticosa, Coursetia chiapensis, Coursetia brachyrrachis, Coursetia tumhezensis, Coursetia caatingicola, Coursetia greenmanii, Coursetia mollis, Coursetia grandiflora, Coursetia astragalina, Coursetia diversifolia,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Matt Lavin (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavin' in the authors string.