Paloue coccinea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schomb. ex Benth.) Redden
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot.109: 9 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444038
Common Names
- Paloue coccinea
- Scarlet Paloue
- Scarlet-flowered Paloue
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paloue coccinea (also called 'Scarlet Paloue', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is found in humid, lowland forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Paloue coccinea is used as an ornamental plant, and is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Paloue coccinea are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Paloue coccinea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Paloue coccinea
Paloue coccinea can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Paloue coccinea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paloue coccinea?
Paloue coccinea
What is the common name of Paloue coccinea?
Scarlet almond
What is the family of Paloue coccinea?
Fabaceae
Species in the Paloue genus
Paloue brasiliensis, Paloue induta, Paloue guianensis, Paloue riparia, Paloue sandwithii, Paloue bicolor, Paloue coccinea, Paloue duckei, Paloue durissima, Paloue emarginata, Paloue fanshawei, Paloue leiogyne, Paloue macrostachya, Paloue paraensis, Paloue princeps, Paloue speciosa, Paloue grahamiae,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Robert Hermann Schomburgk (1804-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Schomb.' in the authors string.
Karen M. Redden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Redden' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Paloue coccinea (R.H.Schomb. ex Benth.) Redden: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.