Piptadenia santosii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
santosii
ID:
188081
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby ex G.P.Lewis
Source:
ildis
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.46: 162 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187410
Common Names
- Santos' Piptadenia
- Piptadenia santosii
- Piptadenia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piptadenia santosii (also called Santos Mahogany, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows in moist, lowland forests, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Piptadenia santosii is used as a forage crop and for erosion control. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for soil improvement.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Piptadenia santosii is a small white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Piptadenia santosii is a perennial legume that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low fertility. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division of the root crown.
Where to Find Piptadenia santosii
Piptadenia santosii is native to tropical South America. It can be found in tropical forests, woodlands, and savannas.
Piptadenia santosii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Piptadenia santosii?
Piptadenia santosii
What is the family of Piptadenia santosii?
Fabaceae
What are the common names of Piptadenia santosii?
Santos' piptadenia, Santos' indigo bush
Species in the Piptadenia genus
Piptadenia adiantoides, Piptadenia gonoacantha, Piptadenia killipii, Piptadenia paniculata, Piptadenia pteroclada, Piptadenia robusta, Piptadenia uliginosa, Piptadenia weberbaueri, Piptadenia laxipinna, Piptadenia micracantha, Piptadenia ramosissima, Piptadenia trisperma, Piptadenia affinis, Piptadenia peruviana, Piptadenia uaupensis, Piptadenia floribunda, Piptadenia minutiflora, Piptadenia anolidurus, Piptadenia buchtienii, Piptadenia cuzcoensis, Piptadenia imatacae, Piptadenia irwinii, Piptadenia santosii, Piptadenia amazonica, Piptadenia boliviana, Piptadenia macradenia, Piptadenia retusa, Piptadenia voronoffii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Piptadenia santosii Barneby ex G.P.Lewis: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.