Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
parvifolium
ID:
510388

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon57: 983 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509720



Common Names

  • Leptolobium parvifolium
  • Parvifolium Leptolobium
  • Parvifolium Leptolobium Plant


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Synonyms

  • Acosmium parvifolium (Harms) Yakovlev [valid]
  • Sweetia parvifolia Harms [valid]

Description

Leptolobium parvifolium (also called 'Small-leaved Leptolobium', among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem and small, white flowers. It is native to South America and grows in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Leptolobium parvifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used as a windbreak or for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptolobium parvifolium has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptolobium parvifolium is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Leptolobium parvifolium

Leptolobium parvifolium is found in the Venezuelan Andes.

Leptolobium parvifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptolobium parvifolium?

Leptolobium parvifolium

What type of plant is Leptolobium parvifolium?

Shrub

Where is Leptolobium parvifolium found?

South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' 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.