Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
longifolius
ID:
1052123

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 15(1): 289. 1862.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001051461



Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus longifolius
  • Long-Leaved Lonchocarpus
  • Long-Leaf Lonchocarpus


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Description

Lonchocarpus longifolius (also called Long-leaved Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a rounded crown and grows to a height of up to 8 meters. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and have a long shape. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in open areas, and in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus longifolius is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating colds, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonchocarpus longifolius has small yellow flowers with five petals and a central pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus longifolius 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 late spring or early summer and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods require a warm, humid environment for successful propagation.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus longifolius

Lonchocarpus longifolius can be found in Central 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

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