Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
martii
ID:
1515274

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) D.B.O.S.Cardoso, P.L.R.Moraes & H.C.Lima

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity13(1): 22 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002892





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Description

Ctenodon martii (also called Ctenodon-de-marte, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 6 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate with entire margins. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are globose and red. It is found in humid forests, in areas with high rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenodon martii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ctenodon martii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenodon martii is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of healthy stems in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny spot. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ctenodon martii

Ctenodon martii is native to South America and can be found in Peru and Ecuador.

Ctenodon martii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenodon martii?

Ctenodon martii

What is the common name of Ctenodon martii?

Martii Ctenodon

What is the natural habitat of Ctenodon martii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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