Macroptilium martii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
martii
ID:
169382
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Maréchal & Baudet
Source:
ildis
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg.47: 257 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168711
Common Names
- Macroptilium martii
- Martius' Crownvetch
- Crown Vetch
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- Phaseolus martii Benth. [valid]
Description
Macroptilium martii (also called Mart's Macroptilium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Macroptilium martii is used as a source of food, timber, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macroptilium martii is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.
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Macroptilium martii can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. Cultivation requires well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Macroptilium martii
Macroptilium martii is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica and Panama.
Macroptilium martii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macroptilium martii?
Macroptilium martii
What is the family of Macroptilium martii?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Macroptilium martii?
Mart's Macroptilium
Species in the Macroptilium genus
Macroptilium martii, Macroptilium monophyllum, Macroptilium panduratum, Macroptilium pedatum, Macroptilium erythroloma, Macroptilium gracile, Macroptilium prostratum, Macroptilium longepedunculatum, Macroptilium gibbosifolium, Macroptilium sabaraense, Macroptilium atropurpureum, Macroptilium lathyroides, Macroptilium bracteatum, Macroptilium cochleatum, Macroptilium psammodes, Macroptilium arenarium, Macroptilium fraternum, Macroptilium chacoensis, Macroptilium ecuadoriense, Macroptilium supinum, Macroptilium campestre,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Jean C. Baudet (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baudet' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Macroptilium martii (Benth.) Maréchal & Baudet: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.