Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
soyauxii
ID:
173529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.24: t. 2369 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172858



Common Names

  • Soyauxii Pterocarpus
  • Soyauxii Pterocarpus Plant
  • Soyauxii Pterocarpus Flower


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Description

Pterocarpus soyauxii (also called Soyaux's Groundnut, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to North America. It has a short, branching stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open woods and along rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocarpus soyauxii is used as a medicinal plant and also as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocarpus soyauxii is a small, yellowish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocarpus soyauxii is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The plants will self-seed freely and can be divided in spring or autumn. They can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Pterocarpus soyauxii

Pterocarpus soyauxii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Pterocarpus soyauxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus soyauxii?

Pterocarpus soyauxii

What is the common name of Pterocarpus soyauxii?

Soyaux's pterocarpus

What type of plant is Pterocarpus soyauxii?

Herbaceous perennial

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