Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby & J.W.Grimes
Source:
ildis
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(2): 13 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193946
Common Names
- Pithecellobium cynodonticum
- Dog Tooth Bean
- White Thorn
Description
Pithecellobium cynodonticum (also called 'Cynodont Pithecellobium', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It is found in dry, open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pithecellobium cynodonticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pithecellobium cynodonticum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short, cylindrical seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pithecellobium cynodonticum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pithecellobium cynodonticum
Pithecellobium cynodonticum is native to Central and South America.
Pithecellobium cynodonticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pithecellobium cynodonticum?
Pithecellobium cynodonticum
What is the common name of Pithecellobium cynodonticum?
Dog-toothed Pithecellobium
What type of plant is Pithecellobium cynodonticum?
Tree
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