Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
spicatum
ID:
170015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuhlm. & Hoehne

Source:
ildis

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo1: 35 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169344



Common Names

  • Pau Marfim
  • Whiteheart
  • White Ironwood


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Description

Machaerium spicatum (also called Spicatum Ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium spicatum is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaerium spicatum is a small, white, 5-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium spicatum 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 spicatum

Machaerium spicatum is found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Machaerium spicatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaerium spicatum?

Machaerium spicatum

What is the common name of Machaerium spicatum?

Brazilian Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Machaerium spicatum?

Dry forests and scrublands

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

References

João Geraldo Kuhlmann (1882-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuhlm.' in the authors string.
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.