Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
multijugum
ID:
175101

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 222 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174430



Common Names

  • Macrolobium multijugum
  • Multijugum Macrolobium
  • Multijugum


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Synonyms

  • Vouapa multijuga (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Outea multijuga DC. [valid]
  • Vouapa multijuga (DC.) Taub. [valid]

Description

Macrolobium multijugum (also called Many-Jug Macrolobium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Macrolobium multijugum is used as a timber tree for construction, furniture, and firewood. It is also used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Macrolobium multijugum var. multijugum
Macrolobium multijugum var. sinuatum R.S.Cowan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrolobium multijugum is a white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrolobium multijugum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Macrolobium multijugum

Macrolobium multijugum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia.

Macrolobium multijugum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrolobium multijugum?

Macrolobium multijugum

What is the family of Macrolobium multijugum?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Macrolobium multijugum?

South America

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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.