Cynometra americana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vogel
Source:
ildis
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Linnaea10: 602 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174093
Common Names
- American Cynometra
- American-cynometra
- Cynometra Americana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cynometra americana (also called American Cynometra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, and is found in wetland habitats. It is an annual herb with a slender stem and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cynometra americana is used as an ornamental plant, for fodder, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cynometra americana are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cynometra americana is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Cynometra americana
Cynometra americana is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Cynometra americana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cynometra americana?
Cynometra americana
What is the common name of Cynometra americana?
American cynometra
What is the natural habitat of Cynometra americana?
It is found in moist, open areas, such as wetlands and disturbed habitats.
Species in the Cynometra genus
Cynometra alexandri, Cynometra ananta, Cynometra brachyrrhachis, Cynometra cauliflora, Cynometra congensis, Cynometra engleri, Cynometra filifera, Cynometra gillmanii, Cynometra greenwayi, Cynometra hankei, Cynometra leonensis, Cynometra letestui, Cynometra longipedicellata, Cynometra lujae, Cynometra mannii, Cynometra megalophylla, Cynometra michelsonii, Cynometra nyangensis, Cynometra oddonii, Cynometra palustris, Cynometra pedicellata, Cynometra sanagaensis, Cynometra schlechteri, Cynometra sessiliflora, Cynometra suaheliensis, Cynometra trinitensis, Cynometra ulugurensis, Cynometra vogelii, Cynometra webberi, Cynometra duckei, Cynometra hondurensis, Cynometra longicuspis, Cynometra longifolia, Cynometra oaxacana, Cynometra portoricensis, Cynometra retusa, Cynometra schottiana, Cynometra sphaerocarpa, Cynometra stenopetala, Cynometra americana, Cynometra cubensis, Cynometra cuneata, Cynometra marginata, Cynometra parvifolia, Cynometra hostmanniana, Cynometra hemitomophylla, Cynometra bauhiniifolia, Cynometra crassifolia, Cynometra lukei, Cynometra fissicuspis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cynometra americana Vogel: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.