Piptadenia uaupensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uaupensis
ID:
182408
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 366 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181737
Common Names
- Piptadenia Uaupensis
- Uaupensis Piptadenia
- Uaupens Piptadenia
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- Adenopodia uaupensis (Spruce ex Benth.) Brenan [valid]
- Mimosa tessmannii Harms [valid]
Description
Piptadenia uaupensis (also called Uaupes piptadenia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.
Uses & Benefits
Piptadenia uaupensis is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil conditioner, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piptadenia uaupensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Piptadenia uaupensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be propagated by direct sowing or by cuttings.
Where to Find Piptadenia uaupensis
Piptadenia uaupensis can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Piptadenia uaupensis FAQ
What is the common name of Piptadenia uaupensis?
Uaupensis Piptadenia
What is the native range of Piptadenia uaupensis?
South America
What is the growth habit of Piptadenia uaupensis?
It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 15 feet tall
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Piptadenia uaupensis Spruce ex Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.