Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Sousa
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex.109: 117 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341225
Common Names
- Lonchocarpus Tenorioi
- Tenorio Lonchocarpus
- Tenorio Rubber Vine
Description
Lonchocarpus tenorioi (also called Tenorio's Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lonchocarpus tenorioi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lonchocarpus tenorioi has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lonchocarpus tenorioi is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in moist soil or a moist paper towel. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Lonchocarpus tenorioi
Lonchocarpus tenorioi is native to Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Costa Rica.
Lonchocarpus tenorioi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus tenorioi?
Lonchocarpus tenorioi
What are the common names of Lonchocarpus tenorioi?
Tenorio's Lonchocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Lonchocarpus tenorioi?
It is native to South America and is found in wet, marshy areas
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