Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
portoricensis
ID:
169648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krug & Urb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
I.Urban, Symb. Antill.1: 312 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168977



Common Names

  • Cynometra portoricensis
  • Puerto Rican Cynometra
  • Cynometra ramiflora


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Description

Cynometra portoricensis (also called 'Portorican Cynometra', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It grows in dry, open, rocky areas and can reach a height of up to 30 m. It has yellow-green flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra portoricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynometra portoricensis has small, yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra portoricensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -30°F. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to water regularly. The plant can be divided in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Cynometra portoricensis

Cynometra portoricensis is native to Puerto Rico.

Cynometra portoricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra portoricensis?

Cynometra portoricensis

What is the common name of Cynometra portoricensis?

Porto Rican Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Cynometra portoricensis?

Tropical dry forests

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 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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.