Newtonia paucijuga - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) Brenan
Source:
ildis
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.10: 181 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168172
Common Names
- Newtonia
- Newtonia Paucijuga
- Newtonia Paucijugum
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- Piptadenia paucijuga Harms [valid]
- Cylicodiscus battiscombei Baker f. [valid]
- Cylicodiscus paucijugus (Harms) Verdc. [valid]
Description
Newtonia paucijuga (also called Few-flowered Newtonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Africa. It typically grows in tropical forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Newtonia paucijuga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop in agricultural fields.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Newtonia paucijuga has yellow flowers that are 1-2 inches long. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Newtonia paucijuga is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring.
Where to Find Newtonia paucijuga
Newtonia paucijuga is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape.
Newtonia paucijuga FAQ
What is the scientific name of Newtonia paucijuga?
Newtonia paucijuga
What is the common name of Newtonia paucijuga?
Few-jointed Newtonia
What is the natural habitat of Newtonia paucijuga?
Moist woodlands
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
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Newtonia paucijuga (Harms) Brenan: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.