Deguelia utilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) A.M.G.Azevedo
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Biol.58: 512 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286043
Common Names
- Deguelia utilis
- Utilis Deguelia
- Utilis Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Deguelia utilis (also called Util's False-tamarind, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It is a medium-sized tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. The leaves are alternate, pinnate, and glabrous. The flowers are small and yellow. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Deguelia utilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of edible oil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Deguelia utilis has small, yellowish-green flowers, which are followed by small, dark brown seeds. Seedlings are slender and have two, erect leaves.
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Deguelia utilis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Deguelia utilis
Deguelia utilis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Deguelia utilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deguelia utilis?
Deguelia utilis
What is the common name of Deguelia utilis?
Util's Deguelia
What is the natural habitat of Deguelia utilis?
Dry, rocky slopes in Peru
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
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' 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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Deguelia utilis (A.C.Sm.) A.M.G.Azevedo: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.