Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabriflora
ID:
165022

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ducke) R.S.Cowan

Source:
ildis

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot.28: 31 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164351



Common Names

  • Glabriflora Eperua
  • Eperua Glabriflora
  • Glabriflora Eperua


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Description

Eperua glabriflora (also called Eperua, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eperua glabriflora is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eperua glabriflora has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eperua glabriflora is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Once the seedlings are established, they should be thinned to about 8-10 inches apart.

Where to Find Eperua glabriflora

Eperua glabriflora can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Eperua glabriflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eperua glabriflora?

Eperua glabriflora

What is the common name of Eperua glabriflora?

Smooth-flowered Eperua

What is the natural habitat of Eperua glabriflora?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

IPNI record: 91106-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001049853
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13002307: Originally associated with wfo-0001049853
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13002307: Originally associated with wfo-0001049853
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:91106-2: Based on the initial data import