Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
congestiflorus
ID:
1043624

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa & J.Linares

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Revista Mex. Biodivers.82: 1110 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042962



Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus congestiflorus
  • Congestiflorus lonchocarpus
  • Congestiflorus lonchocarpus


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Description

Lonchocarpus congestiflorus (also called 'Congestiflorus Lonchocarpus', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central America. It has a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lonchocarpus congestiflorus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus congestiflorus is a species of shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub, meaning it will remain green year-round. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. The seeds can be collected in the summer and sown on a moist, sterile medium.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus congestiflorus

Lonchocarpus congestiflorus is native to the Caribbean islands and is found in dry forests and woodlands.

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

Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.
José Linares (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Linares' in the authors string.