Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
187749

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 41 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187078



Common Names

  • Mexican Havardia
  • Mexican False Rosewood
  • Mexican Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium mexicanum Rose [valid]
  • Pithecolobium mexicanum Rose [unknown]

Description

Havardia mexicana (also called Mexican Havardia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a greyish-brown bark and grows up to 10 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Havardia mexicana is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Havardia mexicana has small, yellow-orange flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow, and pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Havardia mexicana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be taken in the spring. It is best to start the seeds indoors in a warm, moist environment and then transplant them outdoors when they are a few inches tall.

Where to Find Havardia mexicana

Havardia mexicana can be found in Mexico, from the states of Sonora and Chihuahua south to Oaxaca.

Havardia mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Havardia mexicana?

Havardia mexicana

What is the common name of Havardia mexicana?

Mexican havardia

What is the natural habitat of Havardia mexicana?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

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.