Moldenhawera brasiliensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
182822
Status:
valid
Authors:
Yakovlev
Source:
ildis
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad)60: 220 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182151
Common Names
- Moldenhawera brasiliensis
- Pau-de-espinho
- Pau-de-espinhaço
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- Moldenhawera cuprea corymbosa Benth., p.p.A [deprecated]
- Moldenhawera emarginata Moric. ex Benth. [unknown]
- Moldenhawera cuprea corymbosa Benth. [valid]
Description
Moldenhawera brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Moldenhawera, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Moldenhawera brasiliensis is used as a source of fuel and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Moldenhawera brasiliensis is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round bean. The seedling has two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Moldenhawera brasiliensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every few months. Prune to maintain shape and size.
Where to Find Moldenhawera brasiliensis
Moldenhawera brasiliensis is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Moldenhawera brasiliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moldenhawera brasiliensis?
Moldenhawera brasiliensis
What is the common name of Moldenhawera brasiliensis?
Brazilian Bean Tree
What is the natural habitat of Moldenhawera brasiliensis?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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
References
Gennady Yakovlev (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yakovlev' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Moldenhawera brasiliensis Yakovlev: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.