Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
capuronii
ID:
193765

Status:
valid

Authors:
Villiers & P.Guinet

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia11: 6 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193094

Common Names

  • Lemurodendron capuronii
  • Capuron's Lemurodendron
  • Lemurodendron Tree

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Synonyms

  • Piptadeniastrum belini Capuron [unknown]
  • Piptadenia belini Capuron [unknown]

Description

Lemurodendron capuronii (also called the Capuron's lemurodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Madagascar. It grows up to 5 m in height and has elliptic to obovate leaves. It is found in humid forests, dry deciduous forests, and in the spiny desert scrub of Madagascar.

Uses & Benefits

Lemurodendron capuronii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lemurodendron capuronii has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are short and thin with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lemurodendron capuronii is a deciduous tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.

Where to Find Lemurodendron capuronii

Lemurodendron capuronii is native to Madagascar. It can be found in dry, deciduous forests.

Lemurodendron capuronii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lemurodendron capuronii?

Lemurodendron capuronii

What is the common name of Lemurodendron capuronii?

Lemurodendron

What is the natural habitat of Lemurodendron capuronii?

Tropical forests of Madagascar

Species in the Lemurodendron genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.
Philippe Guinet (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Guinet' in the authors string.