Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
glaucophylla
ID:
167542

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 338 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166871



Common Names

  • Guilandina glaucophylla
  • Glaucous Guilandina
  • Glaucous Tree


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Synonyms

  • Caesalpinia glaucophylla Urb. [valid]

Description

Guilandina glaucophylla (also called G. glaucophylla, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Guilandina glaucophylla is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Guilandina glaucophylla are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guilandina glaucophylla is a tropical shrub native to Africa. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Germination can take up to several weeks.

Where to Find Guilandina glaucophylla

Guilandina glaucophylla is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Brazil. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in open areas such as prairies, grasslands, and deserts.

Guilandina glaucophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guilandina glaucophylla?

Guilandina glaucophylla

What is the common name of Guilandina glaucophylla?

Glaucophylla Guilandina

What is the natural habitat of Guilandina glaucophylla?

Tropical forests of Central America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:114715-2: Based on the initial data import