Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
169649

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods7: 5 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168978



Common Names

  • Cynometra retusa
  • Retuse Cynometra
  • Cynometra brasiliensis


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Description

Cynometra retusa (also called 'Retuse 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 retusa 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 retusa 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 retusa 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 retusa

Cynometra retusa is native to tropical Africa.

Cynometra retusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra retusa?

Cynometra retusa

What is the common name of Cynometra retusa?

Retuse Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Cynometra retusa?

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 portoricensis, 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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.