Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
glaucifolius
ID:
165153

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill.1: 326 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164482



Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus glaucifolius
  • Guanacaste
  • Elephant Ear Tree


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Description

Lonchocarpus glaucifolius (also called Glaucifolius, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus glaucifolius is used as a source of timber for furniture and construction. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lonchocarpus glaucifolius is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Lonchocarpus glaucifolius can be done through seeds, cuttings, and tissue culture. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Tissue culture can be used to propagate large numbers of plants quickly.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus glaucifolius

Lonchocarpus glaucifolius is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, and Bolivia.

Lonchocarpus glaucifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus glaucifolius?

Lonchocarpus glaucifolius

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus glaucifolius?

Glaucous-leaved Longpod

Where is Lonchocarpus glaucifolius found?

It is found in Mexico, Central America, 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