Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) Arroyo & Rudd
Source:
ildis
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Phytologia25: 398 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168761
Common Names
- Poecilanthe ulei
- Ule's Tree
- Ule's Wood
Synonyms
- Machaerium ulei Harms [valid]
Description
Poecilanthe ulei (also called Ule's Poecilanthe, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are bipinnate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Poecilanthe ulei is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and as a windbreak. It is also used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, and for firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Poecilanthe ulei is yellow, with five petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped bean. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Poecilanthe ulei is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Poecilanthe ulei
Poecilanthe ulei is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil, and can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.
Poecilanthe ulei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Poecilanthe ulei?
Poecilanthe ulei
What is the common name of Poecilanthe ulei?
Ule's Poecilanthe
Where is Poecilanthe ulei native to?
Brazil
Species in the Poecilanthe genus
Species in the Fabaceae family