Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
seorsus
ID:
1237286

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.F.Macbr.) M.Sousa ex D.A.Neill, Klitg. & G.P.Lewis

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard.75: 954 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236624



Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus seorsus
  • Seorsus Lonchocarpus
  • Lonchocarpus Seorsus Plant


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Description

Lonchocarpus seorsus (also called White-flowered Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus seorsus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lonchocarpus seorsus flower is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Where to Find Lonchocarpus seorsus

Lonchocarpus seorsus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Lonchocarpus seorsus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus seorsus?

Lonchocarpus seorsus

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus seorsus?

Lonchocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Lonchocarpus seorsus?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
David Neill (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Neill' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.
Bente Bang Klitgaard (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klitg.' in the authors string.