Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) Villiers
Source:
ildis
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg.53: 421 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170321
Common Names
- Gilletii Pseudoprosopis
- Gillet's Pseudoprosopis
- Gillet's False Prosopis
Synonyms
- Adenanthera gilletii De Wild. [valid]
- Adenanthera klainei Pierre ex Baker f. [valid]
Description
Pseudoprosopis gilletii (also called Gillet's False Prosopis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to Mexico. It has long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, well-drained soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudoprosopis gilletii has been used as a food source and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pseudoprosopis gilletii is a small, yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudoprosopis gilletii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Pseudoprosopis gilletii
Pseudoprosopis gilletii is native to the dry forests of Mexico. It can be found in the states of Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo Leon, San Luis Potosi, and Zacatecas.
Pseudoprosopis gilletii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudoprosopis gilletii?
Pseudoprosopis gilletii
What is the common name of Pseudoprosopis gilletii?
Gilletii pseudoprosopis
Where is Pseudoprosopis gilletii found?
Pseudoprosopis gilletii is found in Brazil.
Species in the Pseudoprosopis genus
Species in the Fabaceae family