Pomaria wootonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton) B.B.Simpson
Source:
ildis
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Lundellia1: 69 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193260
Common Names
- Wooton's pomaria
- Wooton's pomaria tree
- Pomaria wootonii
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- Larrea wootonii Britton [valid]
- Caesalpinia wootonii (Britton) Isely [valid]
Description
Pomaria wootonii (also called Wooton's pomaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, growing up to 5 m tall. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Pomaria wootonii is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pomaria wootonii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pomaria wootonii is a tropical plant native to Thailand and Cambodia. It is a perennial herb with a woody stem and can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Pomaria wootonii
Pomaria wootonii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Pomaria wootonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pomaria wootonii?
Pomaria wootonii
What is the common name of Pomaria wootonii?
Wooton's Pomaria
What is the natural habitat of Pomaria wootonii?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Pomaria genus
Pomaria austrotexana, Pomaria brachycarpa, Pomaria canescens, Pomaria fruticosa, Pomaria glandulosa, Pomaria jamesii, Pomaria melanosticta, Pomaria multijuga, Pomaria wootonii, Pomaria stipularis, Pomaria rubicunda, Pomaria parviflora, Pomaria pilosa, Pomaria lactea, Pomaria sandersonii, Pomaria burchellii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Beryl Brintnall Simpson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.B.Simpson' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Pomaria wootonii (Britton) B.B.Simpson: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.