Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
binatum
ID:
213551

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blanco) de Wit

Source:
ildis

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia3: 432 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212880

Common Names

  • Lysiphyllum binatum
  • Twin-leaved Lysiphyllum
  • Twin-leaved Lysiphyllum

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia blancoi (Benth.) Benth. [valid]
  • Phanera blancoi Benth. [valid]
  • Phanera complicata Miq. [valid]
  • Bauhinia binata Blanco [valid]
  • Bauhinia hookeri puberula Benth. [valid]

Description

Lysiphyllum binatum (also called Twin-Leaf Lysiphyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in dry, sunny places such as roadsides, meadows and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Lysiphyllum binatum has been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lysiphyllum binatum has small, white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysiphyllum binatum is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Lysiphyllum binatum

Lysiphyllum binatum can be found in dry, sandy soils in Australia.

Lysiphyllum binatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysiphyllum binatum?

Lysiphyllum binatum

Where does Lysiphyllum binatum grow?

Lysiphyllum binatum is native to Australia.

What is the growth habit of Lysiphyllum binatum?

Lysiphyllum binatum is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.
Hendrik de Wit (1909-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Wit' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:505334-1: Based on the initial data import