Diphysa floribunda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Peyr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Linnaea30: 78 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170548
Common Names
- Diphysa Floribunda
- Many-Flowered Bean
- Many-Flowered Diphysa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diphysa floribunda (also called Manyflower Rosewood, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to South America. It has pinnate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It typically grows in savannas, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diphysa floribunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diphysa floribunda has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diphysa floribunda is a perennial herb native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a rooting medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Diphysa floribunda
Diphysa floribunda is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Diphysa floribunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diphysa floribunda?
Diphysa floribunda
What is the common name of Diphysa floribunda?
Floribunda diphysa
What is the growth habit of Diphysa floribunda?
It is an erect, annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.
Species in the Diphysa genus
Diphysa macrophylla, Diphysa microphylla, Diphysa minutifolia, Diphysa occidentalis, Diphysa puberulenta, Diphysa carthagenensis, Diphysa floribunda, Diphysa spinosa, Diphysa racemosa, Diphysa suberosa, Diphysa punctata, Diphysa thurberi, Diphysa villosa, Diphysa vesicaria, Diphysa echinata, Diphysa macrocarpa, Diphysa sennoides, Diphysa americana, Diphysa humilis, Diphysa yucatanensis, Diphysa sennoides, Diphysa thurberi, Diphysa paucifoliolata, Diphysa ormocarpoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Johann Joseph Peyritsch (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peyr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Diphysa floribunda Peyr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.