Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
trisperma
ID:
174861

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)4: 337 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174190



Common Names

  • Piptadenia trisperma
  • Three-seeded Piptadenia
  • Three-seeded Piptadenia Tree


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa trisperma Vell. [valid]
  • Acacia compta Mart. ex Colla [valid]
  • Pityrocarpa trisperma (Vell.) Brenan [valid]
  • Acacia trisperma (Vell.) Mart. [valid]
  • Piptadenia polyptera Benth. [unknown]
  • Acacia plumosa Martius ex Colla [unknown]

Description

Piptadenia trisperma (also called 'Brazilian Coral Tree', among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the legume family. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It has a medium-sized, spreading canopy and grows up to 15 m tall. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Piptadenia trisperma is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptadenia trisperma has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptadenia trisperma can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 30-45 cm (12-18 inches) when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer and kept well-watered during the growing season.

Where to Find Piptadenia trisperma

Piptadenia trisperma is native to Central and South America and can be found in the wild in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Piptadenia trisperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptadenia trisperma?

Piptadenia trisperma

What is the common name of Piptadenia trisperma?

Trisperma piptadenia

What is the family of Piptadenia trisperma?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.