Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
benthamii
ID:
185519

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci., ser. 4, 12: 1043 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184848



Common Names

  • Errazurizia benthamii
  • Bentham's Errazurizia
  • Bentham's-Errazurizia


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Synonyms

  • Dalea megacarpa biuncifera Greene ex Vasey & Rose [valid]
  • Psorobatus benthamii Rydb. [valid]
  • Dalea benthamii Brandegee [valid]
  • Parosela benthamii (Brandegee) J.F.Macbr. [deprecated]
  • Parosela benthamii Standl. [valid]

Description

Errazurizia benthamii (also called Bentham's Errazurizia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Errazurizia benthamii is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Errazurizia benthamii has yellow flowers with white centers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Errazurizia benthamii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Errazurizia benthamii

Errazurizia benthamii is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.

Errazurizia benthamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Errazurizia benthamii?

Errazurizia benthamii

Where is Errazurizia benthamii found?

Errazurizia benthamii is found in the Caribbean.

What is the natural habitat of Errazurizia benthamii?

Errazurizia benthamii is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Species in the Fabaceae family