Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
retiferus
ID:
166627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & L.O.Williams

Source:
ildis

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Ceiba iii. 48 (1952).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165956



Common Names

  • Retiferus lonchocarpus
  • Retiferus woody-pea
  • Retiferus lancepod


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Description

Lonchocarpus retiferus (also called Retifer lancepod, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras, and is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus retiferus is used for making furniture, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lonchocarpus retiferus are yellow-green, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus retiferus is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing species that can reach a height of up to 25 meters. It prefers moist soils and full sun, and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus retiferus

Lonchocarpus retiferus can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Lonchocarpus retiferus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus retiferus?

Lonchocarpus retiferus

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus retiferus?

Retiferus

What is the natural habitat of Lonchocarpus retiferus?

Tropical rainforests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-12380: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.