Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lasiotropis
ID:
165164

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.J.Herm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci.39: 307 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164493



Common Names

  • Lasiotropis lonchocarpus
  • Lonchocarpus lasiotropis
  • Lonchocarpus lasiotropis


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Description

Lonchocarpus lasiotropis (also called Lasiotropis, 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 lasiotropis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a shade tree. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lonchocarpus lasiotropis is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Lonchocarpus lasiotropis 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 lasiotropis

Lonchocarpus lasiotropis can be found in the tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests of Central and South America.

Lonchocarpus lasiotropis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus lasiotropis?

Lonchocarpus lasiotropis

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus lasiotropis?

Woolly-stalked Longpod

Where is Lonchocarpus lasiotropis 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