Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pervilleana
ID:
196940

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) R.Vig.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)14: 74 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196269



Common Names

  • Pongamiopsis pervilleana
  • Perville's Pongamiopsis
  • Pervilleana Pongamiopsis


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Synonyms

  • Diphaca pervilleana Baill. [valid]
  • Deguelia grevei Drake [valid]
  • Neodunnia longeracemosa R.Vig. [valid]

Description

Pongamiopsis pervilleana (also called Perville's pongamiopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, and can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pongamiopsis pervilleana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used for timber, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pongamiopsis pervilleana has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pongamiopsis pervilleana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Pongamiopsis pervilleana

Pongamiopsis pervilleana is native to the dry deciduous forests of western and central Madagascar.

Pongamiopsis pervilleana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pongamiopsis pervilleana?

Pongamiopsis pervilleana

What is the common name of Pongamiopsis pervilleana?

Perville's Pongamia

What is the family of Pongamiopsis pervilleana?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.