Status:
valid
Authors:
Sch.Rodr. & A.M.G.Azevedo
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Brittonia62: 20 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745725
Common Names
- Leptolobium araguaiense
- Araguaiense Leptolobium
- Araguaiense Bean
Description
Leptolobium araguaiense (also called Araguaia Leptolobium, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Leptolobium araguaiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptolobium araguaiense has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptolobium araguaiense is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.
Where to Find Leptolobium araguaiense
Leptolobium araguaiense is native to Brazil and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Leptolobium araguaiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptolobium araguaiense?
Leptolobium araguaiense
What are the common names of Leptolobium araguaiense?
Araguaiense
What is the natural habitat of Leptolobium araguaiense?
It is found in moist tropical forests in Brazil
Species in the Leptolobium genus
Leptolobium elegans,
Leptolobium brachystachyum,
Leptolobium glaziovianum,
Leptolobium parvifolium,
Leptolobium multijugum,
Leptolobium araguaiense,
Leptolobium stirtonii,
Leptolobium tenuifolium,
Leptolobium panamense,
Leptolobium bijugum,
Leptolobium dasycarpum,
Leptolobium nitens,
Species in the Fabaceae family