Deguelia amazonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Killip
Source:
ildis
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci.24: 48 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173321
Common Names
- Deguelia Amazonica
- Amazonica Deguelia
- Deguelia
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- Derris amazonica Killip [valid]
- Lonchocarpus negrensis Benth. [valid]
Description
Deguelia amazonica (also called Amazonica Deguelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of about 0.5-1.5 meters. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Deguelia amazonica is used in the production of timber and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Deguelia amazonica has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.
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Deguelia amazonica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Deguelia amazonica
Deguelia amazonica is native to Peru and can be found in the departments of Amazonas, Loreto, and San Martin.
Deguelia amazonica FAQ
What are the common names of Deguelia amazonica?
Deguelia amazonica is commonly known as Amazon Deguelia.
What is the natural habitat of Deguelia amazonica?
Deguelia amazonica is found in the Amazon rainforest.
What is the flowering season for Deguelia amazonica?
Deguelia amazonica flowers from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Deguelia genus
Deguelia amazonica, Deguelia scandens, Deguelia negrensis, Deguelia rariflora, Deguelia spruceana, Deguelia densiflora, Deguelia duckeana, Deguelia glaucifolia, Deguelia hatschbachii, Deguelia utilis, Deguelia occidentalis, Deguelia costata, Deguelia dasycalyx, Deguelia decorticans, Deguelia urucu, Deguelia nitidula, Deguelia angulata, Deguelia rufescens, Deguelia picta, Deguelia martynii, Deguelia chrysophylla,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77178-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Deguelia amazonica Killip: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.