Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acunae
ID:
175674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & O.Muñiz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Ci. Biol. Acad. Ci. Cuba1: 137 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175003



Common Names

  • Harpalyce Acunae
  • Acuna's Harpalyce
  • Acuna Harpalyce


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Description

Harpalyce acunae (also called Acuna's Harpalyce, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a woody stem and grows up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound with 3-5 leaflets. It produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Harpalyce acunae is used for its timber, which is valued for its hardness and durability. It is also used for fuel, charcoal and as a source of tannin.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harpalyce acunae has small, bright pink flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harpalyce acunae is a perennial shrub that grows to a height of 1-3 feet. It is a drought-tolerant plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Harpalyce acunae

Harpalyce acunae is native to the dry forests of Colombia and Panama.

Harpalyce acunae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harpalyce acunae?

Harpalyce acunae

What is the family of Harpalyce acunae?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Harpalyce acunae?

Acuna's Harpalyce

Species in the Harpalyce genus

Harpalyce alainii, Harpalyce ekmanii, Harpalyce lepidota, Harpalyce macrocarpa, Harpalyce mexicana, Harpalyce nipensis, Harpalyce pringlei, Harpalyce rupicola, Harpalyce arborescens, Harpalyce brasiliana, Harpalyce cubensis, Harpalyce formosa, Harpalyce hilariana, Harpalyce minor, Harpalyce acunae, Harpalyce baracoensis, Harpalyce cristalensis, Harpalyce flexuosa, Harpalyce foliosa, Harpalyce toaensis, Harpalyce sousai, Harpalyce robusta, Harpalyce parvifolia, Harpalyce macrobotrya, Harpalyce alainii, Harpalyce macedoi, Harpalyce macrocarpa, Harpalyce maisiana, Harpalyce villosa, Harpalyce borhidii, Harpalyce lanata, Harpalyce magnibracteata, Harpalyce correntina, Harpalyce riparia, Harpalyce tombadorensis, Harpalyce torresii, Harpalyce yucatanense, Harpalyce suberosa, Harpalyce sousae, Harpalyce speciosa, Harpalyce greuteri,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muñiz' in the authors string.