Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divaricatum
ID:
184235

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) J.F.Macbr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb.59: 6 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183564



Common Names

  • Lysiloma divaricatum
  • Wild Tamarind
  • White Tamarind


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Synonyms

  • Lysiloma microphyllum Benth. [valid]
  • Lysiloma ortegae Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Mimosa divaricata Jacq. [valid]
  • Acacia divaricata (Jacq.) Willd. [valid]
  • Lysiloma kellermanii Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma seemannii Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma calderonii Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma australis Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Lysiloma chiapensis Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Lysiloma salvadorensis Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Lysiloma microphyllum Benth. [deprecated]
  • Lysiloma divaricata (Jacq.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Acacia divaricata Jacq. [valid]
  • Lysiloma australe Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma salvadorense Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma chiapense Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma affine Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma cayucense M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Lysiloma pueblense Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Acacia arborea Benth. [unknown]

Description

Lysiloma divaricatum (also called 'White Ironwood', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 10-20 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lysiloma divaricatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood and timber, and as a shade tree. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lysiloma divaricatum is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysiloma divaricatum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate moderate drought. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Lysiloma divaricatum

Lysiloma divaricatum can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Lysiloma divaricatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysiloma divaricatum?

Lysiloma divaricatum

What is the common name of Lysiloma divaricatum?

White Leadtree

What is the natural habitat of Lysiloma divaricatum?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.