Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyphylla
ID:
179574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huber

Source:
ildis

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Goeldi Hist. Nat. Ethnogr.7: 294 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178903



Common Names

  • Dipteryx polyphylla
  • Brazilian Teak
  • Velvet Tamarind


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Synonyms

  • Coumarouna polyphylla Ducke [valid]

Description

Dipteryx polyphylla (also called Many-Leaved Mahogany, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows up to 4 m tall and has yellow-green flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in open woodlands and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Dipteryx polyphylla is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as its bark is used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dipteryx polyphylla is a yellow-orange puffball that blooms in the summer. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, delicate, and have a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dipteryx polyphylla is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time for the plant to reach maturity.

Where to Find Dipteryx polyphylla

Dipteryx polyphylla is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Dipteryx polyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dipteryx polyphylla?

Dipteryx polyphylla

What is the common name of Dipteryx polyphylla?

Polyphylla

What is the family of Dipteryx polyphylla?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family