Phyllolobium prodigiosum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prodigiosum
ID:
1280409
Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.T.Fu) M.L.Zhang & Podlech
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert.117: 58 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279747
Common Names
- Phyllolobium prodigiosum
- Prodigiosum Phyllolobium
- Prodigiosum Leafy-bract
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllolobium prodigiosum (also called Prodigious Leafy Spurge, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters in height. It is native to China, Nepal, and India, and can be found in forests, scrub, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllolobium prodigiosum is used as an ornamental plant and as a ground cover. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllolobium prodigiosum has white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phyllolobium pastorium is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Phyllolobium prodigiosum
Phyllolobium prodigiosum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Phyllolobium prodigiosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllolobium prodigiosum?
Phyllolobium prodigiosum
What is the common name of Phyllolobium prodigiosum?
Prodigious Phyllolobium
Where is Phyllolobium prodigiosum native to?
China
Species in the Phyllolobium genus
Phyllolobium chinense, Phyllolobium lineariaurifer, Phyllolobium lachungense, Phyllolobium petri-primi, Phyllolobium sichuanense, Phyllolobium lineariauriferum, Phyllolobium balfourianum, Phyllolobium camptodontum, Phyllolobium chapmanianum, Phyllolobium dolichochaete, Phyllolobium donianum, Phyllolobium enneaphyllum, Phyllolobium eutrichus, Phyllolobium flavovirens, Phyllolobium heydei, Phyllolobium lasaense, Phyllolobium milingense, Phyllolobium pastorium, Phyllolobium prodigiosum, Phyllolobium sanbilingense, Phyllolobium siccaneum, Phyllolobium tingriense, Phyllolobium tribulifolium, Phyllolobium turgidocarpum, Phyllolobium tanguticum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Kun Tsun Fu (b.1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.T.Fu' in the authors string.
Ming Li Zhang (1959-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Zhang' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Phyllolobium prodigiosum (K.T.Fu) M.L.Zhang & Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.