Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
velutinum
ID:
1051304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
tro

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods90: 18 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001050642



Common Names

  • Hymenolobium velutinum
  • Velutinum Hymenolobium
  • Hymenolobium


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Uses & Benefits

Hymenolobium velutinum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenolobium velutinum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenolobium velutinum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment. The plant prefers a well-drained, sandy soil and full sun.

Where to Find Hymenolobium velutinum

Hymenolobium velutinum is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Species in the Fabaceae family