Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acuminatus
ID:
180460

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltdl.) M.Sousa

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.73: 724 (1986 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179789



Common Names

  • Acuminate Lonchocarpus
  • Acuminate Longpod
  • Acuminate Long Pod


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Synonyms

  • Robinia acuminata Schltdl. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus purpusii Brandegee [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus chiapensis Lundell [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus nicaraguensis Lundell [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus peninsularis Pittier [valid]
  • Derris nicoyensis Donn.Sm. [valid]
  • Derris peninsularis Donn.Sm. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus nicoyensis Pittier [valid]

Description

Lonchocarpus acuminatus (also called Acuminate Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It typically grows in wet forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus acuminatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonchocarpus acuminatus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a dense spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with three leaflets and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus acuminatus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus acuminatus

Lonchocarpus acuminatus is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Lonchocarpus acuminatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus acuminatus?

Lonchocarpus acuminatus

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus acuminatus?

Acuminatus

What is the natural habitat of Lonchocarpus acuminatus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Lonchocarpus genus

Lonchocarpus capensis, Lonchocarpus castilloi, Lonchocarpus chiricanus, Lonchocarpus comitensis, Lonchocarpus constrictus, Lonchocarpus costaricensis, Lonchocarpus cruentus, Lonchocarpus emarginatus, Lonchocarpus eriocarinalis, Lonchocarpus fuscopurpureus, Lonchocarpus galeottianus, Lonchocarpus glaucifolius, Lonchocarpus hidalgensis, Lonchocarpus hintonii, Lonchocarpus jaliscensis, Lonchocarpus kreberi, Lonchocarpus larensis, Lonchocarpus lasiotropis, Lonchocarpus lilloi, Lonchocarpus lineatus, Lonchocarpus longipes, Lonchocarpus longistylus, Lonchocarpus luteomaculatus, Lonchocarpus malacotrichus, Lonchocarpus michelianus, Lonchocarpus minimiflorus, Lonchocarpus molinae, Lonchocarpus monofoliaris, Lonchocarpus monophyllus, Lonchocarpus neurophyllus, Lonchocarpus oaxacensis, Lonchocarpus oliganthus, Lonchocarpus patens, Lonchocarpus pluvialis, Lonchocarpus pycnophyllus, Lonchocarpus retiferus, Lonchocarpus robustus, Lonchocarpus salvadorensis, Lonchocarpus sanctuarii, Lonchocarpus santarosanus, Lonchocarpus sinaloensis, Lonchocarpus spectabilis, Lonchocarpus trifolius, Lonchocarpus yoroensis, Lonchocarpus yucatanensis, Lonchocarpus phlebophyllus, Lonchocarpus ellipticus, Lonchocarpus obovatus, Lonchocarpus schiedeanus, Lonchocarpus lindsayi,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.