Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cyanescens
ID:
200018

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach. & Thonn.) Roberty

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Fondam. Afrique Noire, Sér. A, Sci. Nat.16: 354 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199347

Common Names

  • Philenoptera cyanescens
  • Cyanescens Philenoptera
  • Cyanescens Tree

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Synonyms

  • Lonchocarpus cyanescens (Schumach. & Thonn.) Benth. [valid]
  • Robinia cyanescens Schum. & Thonn. [deprecated]
  • Robinia cyanescens Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]

Description

Philenoptera cyanescens (also called 'Blue-flowered Philenoptera', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with blue flowers and yellow-green leaves. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Philenoptera cyanescens is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, as well as for fuel and construction. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Philenoptera cyanescens has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. The seeds are small and round, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philenoptera cyanescens is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Philenoptera cyanescens

Philenoptera cyanescens can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Philenoptera cyanescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philenoptera cyanescens?

Philenoptera cyanescens

What is the common name of Philenoptera cyanescens?

Blue-leaved Philenoptera

What is the growth habit of Philenoptera cyanescens?

Philenoptera cyanescens is a shrub with an upright growth habit.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
Guy Edouard Roberty (1907-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roberty' in the authors string.