Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cordifolium
ID:
169132

Status:
valid

Authors:
Morong & Britton

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168461



Common Names

  • Pithecellobium cordifolium
  • Heart-Leaf Ebony
  • Heart-Leaf Tamarind


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Description

Pithecellobium cordifolium (also called Heart-Leaved Pithecellobium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina. It is found in dry, open forests, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pithecellobium cordifolium is used for its timber and fuelwood. The bark is used for tanning and dyeing, and the leaves are used for fodder and as a medicinal plant. The plant is also used for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pithecellobium cordifolium is a white to yellowish-white, fragrant, and tubular-shaped flower. The seed is a flat, dark brown, and oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pithecellobium cordifolium is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be covered lightly with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pithecellobium cordifolium

Pithecellobium cordifolium is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical dry forest.

Pithecellobium cordifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pithecellobium cordifolium?

Pithecellobium cordifolium

What is the common name of Pithecellobium cordifolium?

Heart-leaved ebony

What is the natural range of Pithecellobium cordifolium?

Southern Mexico and Guatemala

Species in the Pithecellobium genus

Pithecellobium bahamense, Pithecellobium circinale, Pithecellobium cordifolium, Pithecellobium diversifolium, Pithecellobium furcatum, Pithecellobium macrandrium, Pithecellobium peckii, Pithecellobium striolatum, Pithecellobium velutinum, Pithecellobium excelsum, Pithecellobium hymeneaefolium, Pithecellobium hystrix, Pithecellobium domingense, Pithecellobium nicoyanum, Pithecellobium dulce, Pithecellobium unguis-cati, Pithecellobium oblongum, Pithecellobium lanceolatum, Pithecellobium winzerlingii, Pithecellobium johansenii, Pithecellobium keyense, Pithecellobium bipinnatum, Pithecellobium cynodonticum, Pithecellobium histrix, Pithecellobium bahamense, Pithecellobium cochliacarpum, Pithecellobium subglobosum, Pithecellobium nicoyanum, Pithecellobium obliquifoliolatum, Pithecellobium keyense, Pithecellobium roseum, Pithecellobium hymenaeifolium,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-14776: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Thomas Morong (1827-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morong' in the authors string.