Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pryonii
ID:
1427917

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 387 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444082



Common Names

  • Pleurolobus pryonii
  • Pryon Pleurolobus
  • Pryon Pleurolobus Shrub


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Description

Pleurolobus pryonii (also called Pryon's Pleurolobus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to Central and East Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurolobus pryonii is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae, native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurolobus pryonii has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurolobus pryonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Pleurolobus pryonii

Pleurolobus pryonii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pleurolobus pryonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurolobus pryonii?

Pleurolobus pryonii

What is the family of Pleurolobus pryonii?

Fabaceae

Where is Pleurolobus pryonii found?

South Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.