Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
biovulatum
ID:
182830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micheli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève34: 265 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182159



Common Names

  • Machaerium biovulatum
  • Cabrera's Leatherwood
  • Brazilian Leatherwood


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Synonyms

  • Machaerium acanthothyrsus Pittier [valid]
  • Machaerium habroneurum Standl. [valid]
  • Machaerium langlassei Micheli ex Pittier [valid]
  • Machaerium lilacinum Ducke [valid]
  • Machaerium robiniifolium ampliata Pittier [unknown]
  • Machaerium robiniifolium ampliatum Pittier [unknown]

Description

Machaerium biovulatum (also called Biovulatum mache, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in savannas and scrublands. It has alternate, pinnate leaves and small, pinkish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium biovulatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaerium biovulatum is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round bean. The seedling has two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium biovulatum is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Machaerium biovulatum

Machaerium biovulatum is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Machaerium biovulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaerium biovulatum?

Machaerium biovulatum

What is the common name of Machaerium biovulatum?

Biovul Bean Tree

What is the natural habitat of Machaerium biovulatum?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Machaerium genus

Machaerium conzattii, Machaerium costulatum, Machaerium cuzcoense, Machaerium dubium, Machaerium eliasii, Machaerium falciforme, Machaerium froesii, Machaerium guanaiense, Machaerium hatschbachii, Machaerium huanucoense, Machaerium mutisii, Machaerium ovalifolium, Machaerium parvifolium, Machaerium penduliflorum, Machaerium piresii, Machaerium subrhombiforme, Machaerium tolimense, Machaerium uribei, Machaerium amazonense, Machaerium aristulatum, Machaerium aureiflorum, Machaerium bondaense, Machaerium cantarellianum, Machaerium capote, Machaerium caratinganum, Machaerium castaneiflorum, Machaerium caudatum, Machaerium chambersii, Machaerium chiapense, Machaerium cirrhiferum, Machaerium cobanense, Machaerium complanatum, Machaerium condensatum, Machaerium cultratum, Machaerium cuspidatum, Machaerium darienense, Machaerium debile, Machaerium declinatum, Machaerium duckeanum, Machaerium ferox, Machaerium floridum, Machaerium grandifolium, Machaerium hirtum, Machaerium hoehneanum, Machaerium inundatum, Machaerium latialatum, Machaerium latifolium, Machaerium lindenianum, Machaerium madeirense, Machaerium melanophyllum,

Species in the Fabaceae family