Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
defloccatum
ID:
179795

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Brittonia37: 294 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179124



Common Names

  • Macrolobium defloccatum
  • Defloccatum Macrolobium
  • African Wisteria


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Description

Macrolobium defloccatum (also called Defloccatum Macrolobium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It grows up to 6 meters tall and has compound leaves with 3-5 leaflets. It is found in dry habitats, such as scrublands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Macrolobium defloccatum is used for fodder, soil improvement, and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrolobium defloccatum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrolobium defloccatum is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Macrolobium defloccatum

Macrolobium defloccatum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Macrolobium defloccatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrolobium defloccatum?

Macrolobium defloccatum

What type of plant is Macrolobium defloccatum?

A legume

Where is Macrolobium defloccatum native to?

Tropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Macrolobium genus

Macrolobium conjunctum, Macrolobium costaricense, Macrolobium dressleri, Macrolobium extensum, Macrolobium rigidum, Macrolobium acaciifolium, Macrolobium amplexans, Macrolobium angustifolium, Macrolobium archeri, Macrolobium arenarium, Macrolobium brevense, Macrolobium campestre, Macrolobium canaliculatum, Macrolobium colombianum, Macrolobium discolor, Macrolobium duckeanum, Macrolobium flexuosum, Macrolobium floridum, Macrolobium froesii, Macrolobium furcatum, Macrolobium gracile, Macrolobium guianense, Macrolobium huberianum, Macrolobium ischnocalyx, Macrolobium jenmanii, Macrolobium latifolium, Macrolobium longipedicellatum, Macrolobium longeracemosum, Macrolobium machaerioides, Macrolobium microcalyx, Macrolobium modicopetalum, Macrolobium molle, Macrolobium montanum, Macrolobium obtusum, Macrolobium palustre, Macrolobium parvifolium, Macrolobium pendulum, Macrolobium pittieri, Macrolobium punctatum, Macrolobium retusum, Macrolobium savannarum, Macrolobium stenocladum, Macrolobium stenopetalum, Macrolobium stenosiphon, Macrolobium suaveolens, Macrolobium taxifolium, Macrolobium trinitense, Macrolobium urupaense, Macrolobium venulosum, Macrolobium crassifolium,

Species in the Fabaceae family