Deguelia angulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ducke) A.M.G.Azevedo & R.A.Camargo
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Brittonia66: 26 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340819
Common Names
- Deguelia angulata
- Angled Deguelia
- Sharp-angled Deguelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Deguelia angulata (also called Deguelia angulata, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical America. It has a rounded crown and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Deguelia angulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Deguelia angulata is white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Deguelia angulata is a small tree found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It requires a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Deguelia angulata
Deguelia angulata can be found in the Amazon Basin of Brazil.
Deguelia angulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deguelia angulata?
Deguelia angulata
What is the common name of Deguelia angulata?
Angled Deguelia
What is the natural habitat of Deguelia angulata?
Dry forests and scrublands
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
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Augusto Camargo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Camargo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77143239-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Deguelia angulata (Ducke) A.M.G.Azevedo & R.A.Camargo: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.