Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
venezuelensis
ID:
169402

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rudd

Source:
ildis

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia23: 404 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168731



Common Names

  • Myrocarpus venezuelensis
  • Venezuelan Myrocarpus
  • Myrocarpus


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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.

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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 Fabaceae family