Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
foveolatus
ID:
747411

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Novon19: 524 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746744



Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus foveolatus
  • Foveolate Lonchocarpus
  • Foveolate Tree


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Description

Lonchocarpus foveolatus (also called Pit-forming Wood-poison, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus foveolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonchocarpus foveolatus has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus foveolatus is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus foveolatus

Lonchocarpus foveolatus can be found in Central and South America.

Lonchocarpus foveolatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus foveolatus?

Lonchocarpus foveolatus

What is the family of Lonchocarpus foveolatus?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Lonchocarpus foveolatus?

Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

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