Status:
valid
Authors:
Rudd
Source:
ildis
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia23: 404 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168731
Common Names
- Myrocarpus venezuelensis
- Venezuelan Myrocarpus
- Myrocarpus
Description
Myrocarpus venezuelensis (also called Venezuelan Myrocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are bipinnate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Myrocarpus venezuelensis is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is used for timber, fuel, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myrocarpus venezuelensis is a small, yellow, globular head with numerous stamens. The seed is a small, black, flattened, and slightly curved legume. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets and a small, white, hairy stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myrocarpus venezuelensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until roots form.
Where to Find Myrocarpus venezuelensis
Myrocarpus venezuelensis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.
Myrocarpus venezuelensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrocarpus venezuelensis?
Myrocarpus venezuelensis
What is the common name of Myrocarpus venezuelensis?
Venezuelan Myrocarpus
Where is Myrocarpus venezuelensis native to?
Venezuela
Species in the Myrocarpus genus
Species in the Fabaceae family