Hymenostegia mundungu (Mundungu Hymenostegia, Hymenostegia Tree, Mundungu Bean)

Kingdom:

Plantae

Phylum:

Angiosperms

Order:

Fabales

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Hymenostegia

Species:

mundungu

ID:

169468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pellegr.) J.Léonard

Source:
ildis

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles21: 443 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168797

Common Names

Mundungu Hymenostegia
Hymenostegia Tree
Mundungu Bean

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Description

Hymenostegia mundungu (also called 'Cedro Macho' and 'Cedro Real', among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenostegia mundungu is used as a timber for construction, furniture, and tools. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenostegia mundungu is a white or yellowish-white, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenostegia mundungu is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Hymenostegia mundungu

Hymenostegia mundungu is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical forests, usually in areas with plenty of shade and high humidity.