Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) J.Léonard
Source:
ildis
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles21: 442 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168710
Common Names
- Brachyura Hymenostegia
- Brachyura Wood
- Brachyura Tree
Synonyms
- Cynometra brachyura Harms [valid]
Description
Hymenostegia brachyura (also called Short-Stalked Hymenostegia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenostegia brachyura is used as a source of food, timber, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenostegia brachyura is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenostegia brachyura can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. Cultivation requires well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Hymenostegia brachyura
Hymenostegia brachyura is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica and Panama.
Hymenostegia brachyura FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenostegia brachyura?
Hymenostegia brachyura
What is the family of Hymenostegia brachyura?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Hymenostegia brachyura?
Short-stemmed Hymenostegia
Species in the Hymenostegia genus
Hymenostegia aubrevillei,
Hymenostegia bakeriana,
Hymenostegia brachyura,
Hymenostegia felicis,
Hymenostegia floribunda,
Hymenostegia gracilipes,
Hymenostegia klainei,
Hymenostegia mundungu,
Hymenostegia neoaubrevillei,
Hymenostegia normandii,
Hymenostegia pellegrinii,
Hymenostegia talbotii,
Hymenostegia elegans,
Hymenostegia robusta,
Hymenostegia viridiflora,
Species in the Fabaceae family