Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) Schery
Source:
ildis
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.37: 401 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178531
Common Names
- Cyathostegia weberbaueri
- Weberbauer's Cyathostegia
- Weberbauer Cyathostegia
Synonyms
- Swartzia weberbaueri Harms [valid]
Description
Cyathostegia weberbaueri (also called Weberbauer's Cyathostegia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathostegia weberbaueri is used as a source of timber, as a source of fuelwood, as a source of fodder, and as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyathostegia weberbaueri has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyathostegia weberbaueri is a tropical tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in late spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Cyathostegia weberbaueri
Cyathostegia weberbaueri is native to Peru.
Cyathostegia weberbaueri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathostegia weberbaueri?
Cyathostegia weberbaueri
What is the common name of Cyathostegia weberbaueri?
Weberbauer's cyathostegia
What is the natural habitat of Cyathostegia weberbaueri?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Cyathostegia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family