Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
watsonii
ID:
169943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.1: 99 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169272



Common Names

  • Watson's lysiloma
  • Wild tamarind
  • Hogplum


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Synonyms

  • Lysiloma acapulcensis brevispicatum Rose [unknown]
  • Lysiloma brevispicata (Rose) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Lysiloma thornberi Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma microphyllum thornberi (Britton & Rose) Isely [unknown]
  • Lysiloma watsonii thornberi (Britton & Rose) Felger & C.H.Lowe [valid]
  • Lysiloma brevispicatum (Rose) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Lysiloma microphyllum thornberi (Britton & Rose) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Lysiloma microphyllum thomberi (Britton & Rose) Isely [unknown]
  • Lysiloma acapulcense brevispicatum Rose [unknown]

Description

Lysiloma watsonii (also called Watson's lysiloma, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical America. It has yellow flowers and grows in moist, open places, such as forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Lysiloma watsonii is a species of flowering tree in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is used for timber, fuel, and as a windbreak, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lysiloma watsonii is a pale yellow, fragrant, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysiloma watsonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lysiloma watsonii

Lysiloma watsonii is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical deciduous forests.

Lysiloma watsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysiloma watsonii?

Lysiloma watsonii

What is the common name of Lysiloma watsonii?

Watson's Leadtree

What is the natural habitat of Lysiloma watsonii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of the southeastern United States

Species in the Fabaceae family