Status:
valid
Authors:
(Taub.) G.P.Lewis & M.P.Lima
Source:
ildis
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro30: 53 (1989-1990 publ. 1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187594
Common Names
- Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana
- Schumanniana Pseudopiptadenia
- Pseudopiptadenia Schumanniana
Synonyms
- Piptadenia schumanniana Taub. [valid]
Description
Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana (also called Schumann's Pseudopiptadenia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and dark green, pinnate leaves. Its flowers are small and yellow, and its fruits are small, round, and yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana
Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana?
Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana
What is the common name of Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana?
Schumann's piptadenia
What is the family of Pseudopiptadenia schumanniana?
Fabaceae
Species in the Pseudopiptadenia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family