Status:
valid
Authors:
Tul.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat.4: 158 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174432
Common Names
- Moldenhawera blanchetiana
- Blanchetiana Moldenhawera
- Blanchetiana
Description
Moldenhawera blanchetiana (also called Blanchetiana Moldenhawera, 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
Moldenhawera blanchetiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Moldenhawera blanchetiana var. blanchetiana
Moldenhawera blanchetiana var. multijuga L.P.Queiroz, G.P.Lewis & Allkin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Moldenhawera blanchetiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Moldenhawera blanchetiana 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 Moldenhawera blanchetiana
Moldenhawera blanchetiana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia.
Moldenhawera blanchetiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moldenhawera blanchetiana?
Moldenhawera blanchetiana
What is the natural habitat of Moldenhawera blanchetiana?
Moldenhawera blanchetiana is native to the tropical forests of South America.
What are the common uses of Moldenhawera blanchetiana?
Moldenhawera blanchetiana is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of timber.
Species in the Moldenhawera genus
Moldenhawera blanchetiana,
Moldenhawera floribunda,
Moldenhawera brasiliensis,
Moldenhawera lushnathiana,
Moldenhawera intermedia,
Moldenhawera polysperma,
Moldenhawera papillanthera,
Moldenhawera acuminata,
Moldenhawera emarginata,
Moldenhawera nutans,
Moldenhawera longipedicellata,
Moldenhawera congestiflora,
Species in the Fabaceae family