Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
macroloba
ID:
169041

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Kuntze

Source:
ildis

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl.1: 201 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168370



Common Names

  • Pentaclethra Macroloba
  • Macroloba Tree
  • Macroloba Pentaclethra


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Synonyms

  • Acacia macroloba Willd. [valid]
  • Acacia aspidioides G.Mey. [valid]
  • Pentaclethra brevifila Benth. [valid]
  • Pentaclethra filamentosa Benth. [valid]
  • Entada werbaena C.Presl [valid]
  • Cailliea macrostachya Steud. [valid]
  • Mimosa macroloba Poir. [valid]
  • Pentaclethra brevipila Benth. [unknown]
  • Dichrostachys macrostachya Walp. [valid]
  • Entada wrbaena C.Presl [unknown]

Description

Pentaclethra macroloba (also called Big-leaved pentaclethra, 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

Pentaclethra macroloba 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

Pentaclethra macroloba has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentaclethra macroloba 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 Pentaclethra macroloba

Pentaclethra macroloba is native to tropical regions of the Americas and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Pentaclethra macroloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentaclethra macroloba?

Pentaclethra macroloba

What is the common name of Pentaclethra macroloba?

Large-leaved pentaclethra

Where is Pentaclethra macroloba native to?

Brazil

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.