Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
torresiorum
ID:
1264024

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263362



Common Names

  • Torresiorum Lonchocarpus
  • Torresiorum Lonchocarpus
  • Torresiorum Lonchocarpus


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Description

Lonchocarpus torresiorum (also called Torres' Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It has large, glossy green leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is also drought-tolerant and can be found in dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus torresiorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonchocarpus torresiorum has small, white flowers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus torresiorum is a tropical evergreen tree that is native to Mexico. It is a slow-growing species that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It prefers warm temperatures and can tolerate a wide range of pH levels. It can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist at all times.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus torresiorum

Lonchocarpus torresiorum can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of 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

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50207886: Based on the initial data import
Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.