Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acapulcensis
ID:
195542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.5: 143 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194871



Common Names

  • Acapulco Rosewood
  • Mexican Rosewood
  • Acapulco Redwood


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Synonyms

  • Pterocarpus heterophyllus Pittier [valid]
  • Pterocarpus minimus Cowan [deprecated]
  • Pterocarpus podocarpus S.F.Blake [valid]
  • Pterocarpus vernalis Pittier [valid]
  • Pterocarpus minimus R.S.Cowan [valid]

Description

Pterocarpus acapulcensis (also called Acapulco Pterocarpus, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It has a spreading, multi-stemmed habit and pinnate leaves with small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocarpus acapulcensis is used as a source of timber, fuel, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocarpus acapulcensis is a small, yellow, pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocarpus acapulcensis is a perennial tree that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to the desired spacing. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Pterocarpus acapulcensis

Pterocarpus acapulcensis can be found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pterocarpus acapulcensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus acapulcensis?

Pterocarpus acapulcensis

What are the common names of Pterocarpus acapulcensis?

Acapulco Pterocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Pterocarpus acapulcensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico

Species in the Pterocarpus genus

Pterocarpus mildbraedii, Pterocarpus albopubescens, Pterocarpus angolensis, Pterocarpus antunesii, Pterocarpus casteelsi, Pterocarpus claessensii, Pterocarpus erinaceus, Pterocarpus gilletii, Pterocarpus hockii, Pterocarpus homblei, Pterocarpus indicus, Pterocarpus lucens, Pterocarpus mutondo, Pterocarpus osun, Pterocarpus rotundifolius, Pterocarpus santalinoides, Pterocarpus soyauxii, Pterocarpus tessmannii, Pterocarpus tinctorius, Pterocarpus megalocarpus, Pterocarpus velutinus, Pterocarpus zenkeri, Pterocarpus marsupium, Pterocarpus dalbergioides, Pterocarpus santalinus, Pterocarpus acapulcensis, Pterocarpus amazonum, Pterocarpus macrocarpus, Pterocarpus officinalis, Pterocarpus orbiculatus, Pterocarpus rohrii, Pterocarpus ternatus, Pterocarpus villosus, Pterocarpus zehntneri, Pterocarpus amphymenium, Pterocarpus steinbachianus, Pterocarpus belizensis, Pterocarpus vidalianus, Pterocarpus monophyllus, Pterocarpus dubius, Pterocarpus dalbergioides, Pterocarpus brenanii, Pterocarpus polyanthrus, Pterocarpus michelianus,

Species in the Fabaceae family