Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eriophyllus
ID:
1050657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.4(Suppl.): 94 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001049995



Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus eriophyllus
  • Eriophyllus Lonchocarpus
  • Lonchocarpus Eriophyllus


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Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus eriophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of firewood, and as a traditional medicine for treating skin ailments, respiratory problems, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lonchocarpus eriophyllus are small, yellow and have five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedling has two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus eriophyllus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus eriophyllus

Lonchocarpus eriophyllus is native to 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