Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
panamense
ID:
1286041

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Sch.Rodr. & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon57: 983 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285379



Common Names

  • Panamanian Leptolobium
  • Panamanian Pea
  • Panamanian Leptolobium Pea


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Description

Leptolobium panamense (also called Leptolobium panamense, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico, Central America and South America. It has a thick, woody stem and grows to a height of up to 8 metres. Its leaves are opposite, elliptic-lanceolate, and its flowers are yellow. It grows in tropical deciduous forests, tropical evergreen forests, and tropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Leptolobium panamense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptolobium panamense is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptolobium panamense is an easy-to-grow, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and root them in moist soil.

Where to Find Leptolobium panamense

Leptolobium panamense can be found in Central America.

Leptolobium panamense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptolobium panamense?

Leptolobium panamense

What is the common name of Leptolobium panamense?

Panamanian leptolobium

What type of plant is Leptolobium panamense?

Tree

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Schütz Rodrigues (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Rodr.' in the authors string.