Hymenaea martiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hayne) Hayne
Source:
ildis
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Getreue Darstell. Gew.11: t. 15 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173638
Common Names
- Brazilian Cedar
- Jatobá
- West Indian Locust
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Hymenaea sellowiana Hayne [valid]
- Cynometra martiana (Hayne) Baill. [valid]
- Hymenaea copalifera Mart. ex Hayne [unknown]
- Hymenaea microphylla Barb.Rodr. [valid]
- Hymenaea pubescens Mart. ex Hayne [invalid]
- Trachylobium martianum Hayne [valid]
Description
Hymenaea martiana (also called Martiana Hymenaea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenaea martiana is used as a medicinal plant, for erosion control, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hymenaea martiana are yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenaea martiana is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hymenaea martiana
Hymenaea martiana can be found in Central and South America.
Hymenaea martiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenaea martiana?
Hymenaea martiana
What is the common name of Hymenaea martiana?
Martian Hymenaea
What is the natural habitat of Hymenaea martiana?
Dry, sandy soils in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico
What is the flower color of Hymenaea martiana?
White to yellow
Species in the Hymenaea genus
Hymenaea intermedia, Hymenaea oblongifolia, Hymenaea parvifolia, Hymenaea reticulata, Hymenaea rubriflora, Hymenaea velutina, Hymenaea courbaril, Hymenaea verrucosa, Hymenaea eriogyne, Hymenaea martiana, Hymenaea stigonocarpa, Hymenaea torrei, Hymenaea travassii, Hymenaea aurea, Hymenaea maranhensis, Hymenaea cangaceira, Hymenaea fariana, Hymenaea longifolia, Hymenaea erythrocarpa, Hymenaea jeaniana, Hymenaea osanigraseminae, Hymenaea altissima, Hymenaea travassosii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Friedrich Gottlob Hayne (1763-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayne' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Hymenaea martiana (Hayne) Hayne: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.