Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pubiramea
ID:
195015

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steud.) Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(1): 194 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194344



Common Names

  • Macrosamanea pubiramea
  • Macrosamanea
  • Hairy Macrosamanea


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Synonyms

  • Pithecolobium longiflorum Benth. [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium miquelianum Meissner [unknown]
  • Inga pubiramea Steud. [valid]

Description

Macrosamanea pubiramea (also called Macrosamanea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist forests, along rivers and streams, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macrosamanea pubiramea is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Macrosamanea pubiramea var. lindsaeifolia (Spruce ex Benth.) Barneby & J.W.Grimes
Macrosamanea pubiramea var. pubiramea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrosamanea pubiramea has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrosamanea pubiramea is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. The shrub prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Macrosamanea pubiramea

Macrosamanea pubiramea is native to Central and South America. It is found in moist deciduous forests, evergreen forests, and grasslands.

Macrosamanea pubiramea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrosamanea pubiramea?

Macrosamanea pubiramea

What is the family of Macrosamanea pubiramea?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Macrosamanea pubiramea?

Pubescent Macrosamanea

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.