Newtonia duparquetiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Keay
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.8: 488 (1953 publ. 1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166829
Common Names
- Newtonia duparquetiana
- Duparquet's Newtonia
- Duparquet's Tree
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- Piptadenia duparquetiana (Baill.) Pellegr. [valid]
- Piptadenia insignis (Baill.) Baker f. [valid]
- Entada duparquetiana Baill. [valid]
- Pusaetha duparquetiana (Baill.) Kuntze [valid]
- Newtonia insignis Baill. [valid]
Description
Newtonia duparquetiana (also called N. duparquetiana, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Newtonia duparquetiana is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for timber, fuel, and as a windbreak. Its flowers are a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Newtonia duparquetiana is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Newtonia duparquetiana is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.
Where to Find Newtonia duparquetiana
Newtonia duparquetiana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Newtonia duparquetiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Newtonia duparquetiana?
Newtonia duparquetiana
What is the common name of Newtonia duparquetiana?
Duparquet's Newtonia
What is the natural habitat of Newtonia duparquetiana?
Tropical forests of Central America
Species in the Newtonia genus
Newtonia aubrevillei, Newtonia buchananii, Newtonia duparquetiana, Newtonia elliotii, Newtonia erlangeri, Newtonia glandulifera, Newtonia griffoniana, Newtonia hildebrandtii, Newtonia leucocarpa, Newtonia paucijuga, Newtonia zenkeri, Newtonia grandifolia, Newtonia glandulifera, Newtonia devredii, Newtonia camerunensis, Newtonia scandens, Newtonia duncanthomasii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Newtonia duparquetiana (Baill.) Keay: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.