Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vell.) Barneby & J.W.Grimes
Source:
ildis
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(1): 134 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193258
Common Names
- Leucochloron incuriale
- Aeschynomene laxiflora
- Aeschynomene patula
Synonyms
- Pithecellobium incuriale (Vell.) Benth. [valid]
- Pithecellobium martianum Benth. [valid]
- Mimosa incurialis Vell. [valid]
- Pithecolobium incuriale (Vell.) Benth. [unknown]
- Feuilleea incurialis (Vell.) Kuntze [valid]
- Pithecolobium martianum Benth. [unknown]
- Pithecellobium incuriale parviflora Hoehne [unknown]
- Pithecellobium incuriale parviflorum Hoehne [unknown]
Description
Leucochloron incuriale (also called Incuriale leucochloron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, growing up to 5 m tall. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Leucochloron incuriale is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucochloron incuriale has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucochloron incuriale is a tropical plant native to Thailand and Cambodia. It is a perennial herb with a woody stem and can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Leucochloron incuriale
Leucochloron incuriale can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Leucochloron incuriale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucochloron incuriale?
Leucochloron incuriale
What is the common name of Leucochloron incuriale?
Incuriale's Leucochloron
What is the natural habitat of Leucochloron incuriale?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Leucochloron genus
Species in the Fabaceae family