Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yucatanensis
ID:
1035607

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hanan-Alipi & M.Sousa

Source:
tro

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Revista Mex. Biodivers.80: 288 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001034945



Common Names

  • Diphysa yucatanensis
  • Yucatanensis Diphysa
  • Yucatanensis False Mahogany


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Description

Diphysa yucatanensis (also called Yucatan Diphysa, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diphysa yucatanensis is a species of shrub that is native to Mexico. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diphysa yucatanensis has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single petal. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diphysa yucatanensis is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist but not wet. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Diphysa yucatanensis

Diphysa yucatanensis can be found in Mexico and Central America, including Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.
Ana María Hanan-Alipi (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hanan-Alipi' in the authors string.