Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elegans
ID:
1427537

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham. & Schltdl.) D.B.O.S.Cardoso & A.Delgado

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity13: 16 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443702



Common Names

  • Ctenodon Elegans
  • Elegant Ctenodon
  • Elegant Anteater


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Description

Ctenodon elegans (also called Elegant Ctenodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Caesalpinioideae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest, moist savanna, and dry forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenodon elegans has been used as a source of food, for medicinal purposes, and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ctenodon elegans var. elegans
Ctenodon elegans var. robustior (Rudd) D.B.O.S.Cardoso, Filardi & H.C.Lima

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ctenodon elegans is a small, yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenodon elegans is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Ctenodon elegans

Ctenodon elegans can be found in Brazil.

Ctenodon elegans FAQ

What is the common name of Ctenodon elegans?

Elegant Ctenodon

What is the natural range of Ctenodon elegans?

South America

What is the maximum height of Ctenodon elegans?

Up to 2 meters

Species in the Ctenodon genus

Ctenodon racemosus, Ctenodon lewisianus, Ctenodon lorentzianus, Ctenodon riedelianus, Ctenodon scoparius, Ctenodon sabulicola, Ctenodon rosei, Ctenodon priscoanus, Ctenodon podocarpus, Ctenodon pleuronervius, Ctenodon simulans, Ctenodon soniae, Ctenodon petraeus, Ctenodon paucifoliolatus, Ctenodon paucifolius, Ctenodon paniculatus, Ctenodon palmeri, Ctenodon oroboides, Ctenodon niveus, Ctenodon nicaraguensis, Ctenodon pinetorus, Ctenodon vogelii, Ctenodon simplicifolius, Ctenodon warmingii, Ctenodon viscidulus, Ctenodon vigil, Ctenodon venezolanus, Ctenodon veadeiranus, Ctenodon tumbezensis, Ctenodon tenuis, Ctenodon sousae, Ctenodon weberbaueri, Ctenodon nanus, Ctenodon lacabuendianus, Ctenodon matosii, Ctenodon martii, Ctenodon acapulcensis, Ctenodon marginatus, Ctenodon afranianus, Ctenodon lyonnetii, Ctenodon benthamii, Ctenodon langlassei, Ctenodon bradei, Ctenodon interruptus, Ctenodon brasilianus, Ctenodon mucronulatus, Ctenodon brevipes, Ctenodon leptostachyus, Ctenodon carichanicus, Ctenodon carvalhoi,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.
Domingos Benício Oliveira Silva Cardoso: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.B.O.S.Cardoso' in the authors string.