Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
stenophyllus
ID:
1033779

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa

Source:
tro

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex.86: 60 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001033117



Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus stenophyllus
  • Narrow-Leafed Lonchocarpus
  • Tepalcatepec Longpod


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Description

Lonchocarpus stenophyllus (also called Stenophyllous Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus stenophyllus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lonchocarpus stenophyllus are white and yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus stenophyllus is a drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus stenophyllus

Lonchocarpus stenophyllus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Durango and Nayarit.

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