Peltogyne lecointei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
ildis
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro3: 96 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168362
Common Names
- Lecointe's Purpleheart
- Lecointe's Amendoim
- Lecointe's Violetwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Peltogyne lecointei (also called Lecointe's peltogyne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical South America, from Venezuela to Bolivia, and grows in a variety of habitats, from tropical rainforest to dry savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Peltogyne lecointei is used in furniture and cabinet making, as well as for flooring and other decorative purposes. It is also used in the production of musical instruments, such as guitars and drums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peltogyne lecointei has small, purple flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with round leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Peltogyne lecointei is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5. The cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The tree prefers full sun and moderate to high humidity.
Where to Find Peltogyne lecointei
Peltogyne lecointei is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, from Mexico to Brazil.
Peltogyne lecointei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peltogyne lecointei?
Peltogyne lecointei
What is the family of Peltogyne lecointei?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Peltogyne lecointei?
Lecointe's peltogyne
Species in the Peltogyne genus
Peltogyne altissima, Peltogyne angustiflora, Peltogyne campestris, Peltogyne catingae, Peltogyne excelsa, Peltogyne floribunda, Peltogyne gracilipes, Peltogyne lecointei, Peltogyne maranhensis, Peltogyne mexicana, Peltogyne paradoxa, Peltogyne purpurea, Peltogyne recifensis, Peltogyne heterophylla, Peltogyne pauciflora, Peltogyne prancei, Peltogyne subsessilis, Peltogyne discolor, Peltogyne paniculata, Peltogyne parvifolia, Peltogyne mattosiana, Peltogyne venosa, Peltogyne crenulata, Peltogyne chrysopis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Peltogyne lecointei Ducke: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.