Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
madeirense
ID:
169998

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.20: 119 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169327



Common Names

  • Madeira Machaerium
  • Madeira Leatherwood
  • Madeira False Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Machaerium compressicaule Ducke [valid]
  • Machaerium compressicaule compressicaule [unknown]
  • Machaerium compressicaule manaoense Ducke [valid]
  • Machaerium latifolium manaoense Ducke ex Hoehne [valid]

Description

Machaerium madeirense (also called Guayacan, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium madeirense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaerium madeirense is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium madeirense is a small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Machaerium madeirense

Machaerium madeirense is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Machaerium madeirense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaerium madeirense?

Machaerium madeirense

What is the common name of Machaerium madeirense?

Madeirense

Where is Machaerium madeirense found?

Central and South America

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