Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aequatorialis
ID:
1044323

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Brittonia62: 322 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001043661



Common Names

  • Equatorial Lonchocarpus
  • Lonchocarpus aequatorialis
  • Equatorial Tree


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Description

Lonchocarpus aequatorialis (also called Equatorial Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Ecuador. It has large, glossy, oval-shaped leaves and grows to a height of up to 6 feet. It is found in humid tropical forests and is often grown as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus aequatorialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used as a natural insect repellent, as its leaves contain compounds that repel insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonchocarpus aequatorialis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus aequatorialis is a tropical evergreen plant that can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate. Cuttings should be taken from the stem just below a node and placed in moist soil until they take root.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus aequatorialis

Lonchocarpus aequatorialis is found in the tropical forests of Central and 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