Droogmansia vanmeelii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanmeelii
ID:
178549
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.G.Schub.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles22: 303 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177878
Common Names
- Vanmeel's Droogmansia
- Droogmansia Vanmeelii
- Vanmeel Droogmansia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Droogmansia vanmeelii (also called 'Van Meel's Senna', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and savannas. Its leaves are alternate, pinnate, and have 5-7 leaflets. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are pods.
Uses & Benefits
Droogmansia vanmeelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Droogmansia vanmeelii has yellow flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are about 5 cm in height.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Droogmansia vanmeelii is a shrub that grows in tropical climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist potting mix.
Where to Find Droogmansia vanmeelii
Droogmansia vanmeelii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Droogmansia vanmeelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Droogmansia vanmeelii?
Droogmansia vanmeelii
What is the common name of Droogmansia vanmeelii?
Vanmeel's Droogmansia
What is the natural habitat of Droogmansia vanmeelii?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Droogmansia genus
Droogmansia angolensis, Droogmansia chevalieri, Droogmansia dorae, Droogmansia elongata, Droogmansia gossweileri, Droogmansia grandiflora, Droogmansia lancifolia, Droogmansia ledermannii, Droogmansia longirhachis, Droogmansia megalantha, Droogmansia mildbraedii, Droogmansia montana, Droogmansia munamensis, Droogmansia pteropus, Droogmansia reducta, Droogmansia scaettaiana, Droogmansia sillansii, Droogmansia tenuis, Droogmansia tisserantii, Droogmansia vanderystii, Droogmansia vanmeelii, Droogmansia velutina, Droogmansia sillansiana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Bernice Giduz Schubert (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Schub.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Droogmansia vanmeelii B.G.Schub.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.