Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
coeruleum
ID:
187651

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Taub.) Leonard

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186980



Common Names

  • Paramacrolobium coeruleum
  • Blue Paramacrolobium
  • Blue Wattle
  • Blue-leaf Wattle


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Description

Paramacrolobium coeruleum (also called Blue Paramacrolobium, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are divided into three leaflets. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Paramacrolobium coeruleum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, rheumatism, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paramacrolobium coeruleum is a yellow, pea-like flower with a long, slender tube. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paramacrolobium coeruleum is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Paramacrolobium coeruleum

Paramacrolobium coeruleum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Paramacrolobium coeruleum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paramacrolobium coeruleum?

Paramacrolobium coeruleum

What is the common name of Paramacrolobium coeruleum?

Blue Fabaceae

What is the natural habitat of Paramacrolobium coeruleum?

It is native to Central and South America

Species in the Paramacrolobium genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:512107-1: Based on the initial data import