Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
velutina
ID:
1427922

Status:
valid

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

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.94: 72 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444087



Common Names

  • Polhillides velutina
  • Velvet Polhillides
  • Velvet Polhillides Shrub


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Description

Polhillides velutina (also called 'Velvet Polhillides', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is found in humid, lowland forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Polhillides velutina 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Polhillides velutina sub. longibracteata (Craib) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi
Polhillides velutina sub. velutina
Polhillides velutina var. sikkimensis (Schindl.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polhillides velutina has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polhillides velutina 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 Polhillides velutina

Polhillides velutina can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Polhillides velutina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polhillides velutina?

Polhillides velutina

What is the family of Polhillides velutina?

Fabaceae

Where is Polhillides velutina found?

South Africa

Species in the Polhillides genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' 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.