Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gilletii
ID:
170992

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


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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.

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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 Fabaceae family

References

Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.