Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
heptaphyllus
ID:
211098

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 259 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210427



Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus
  • Heptaphyllus lonchocarpus
  • Heptaphyllus shrub


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Synonyms

  • Lonchocarpus latifolius Sagra [unknown]
  • Derris latifolia (DC.) Ducke [illegitimate]
  • Lonchocarpus discolor Huber [valid]
  • Derris nicou (Aubl.) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Robinia nicou Aubl. [unknown]
  • Lonchocarpus oxycarpus DC. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus latifolius DC. [valid]
  • Dalbergia pentaphylla Poir. [valid]
  • Cytisus membranaceus Sessé & Moc. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus pentaphyllus (Poir.) Kunth [valid]
  • Dalbergia heptaphylla Poir. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus swartzii DC. [valid]
  • Robinia scandens Willd. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus latifolius Poir. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus nicou (Aubl.) DC. [unknown]
  • Lonchocarpus nicou typicus F.J.Herm. [invalid]
  • Lonchocarpus scandens (Willd.) Donn [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus latifolius violascens Benth. ex Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Robinia sepium Sw. [illegitimate]
  • Amerimnon latifolium Willd. [unknown]

Description

Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus (also called Seven-leaved Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used to make paper and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus

Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus is native to Central and South America.

Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus?

Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus?

Heptaphyllus lonchocarpus

What is the family of Lonchocarpus heptaphyllus?

Fabaceae

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

Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.