Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fissicuspis
ID:
184196

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pittier) Pittier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Trab. Mus. Comercial Venezuela1: 162 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183525



Common Names

  • Cynometra Fissicuspis
  • Cynometra
  • Cynometra Tree


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Synonyms

  • Guibourtia fissicuspis (Pittier) J.Léonard [valid]
  • Copaifera fissicuspis Pittier [valid]

Description

Cynometra fissicuspis (also called Fissicuspis Cynometra, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical Africa. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests, woodlands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra fissicuspis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has a beautiful foliage and attractive flowers. It is also used for timber and fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynometra fissicuspis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra fissicuspis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall. The tree can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Cynometra fissicuspis

Cynometra fissicuspis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Cynometra fissicuspis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra fissicuspis?

Cynometra fissicuspis

What is the common name of Cynometra fissicuspis?

Fissicuspis Cynometra

What is the family of Cynometra fissicuspis?

Fabaceae

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