Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
apparicioi
ID:
179486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedersoli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Anais Acad. Brasil. Ci.42(Suppl.): 394 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178815



Common Names

  • Apparicioi Pterodon
  • Pterodon apparicioi
  • Apparicioi Pterodon


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Description

Pterodon apparicioi (also called Apparicio's Pterodon, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and a smooth, gray bark. Its leaves are alternate, compound, and bipinnate, with small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pterodon apparicioi is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterodon apparicioi is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterodon apparicioi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Pterodon apparicioi

Pterodon apparicioi is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Pterodon apparicioi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterodon apparicioi?

Pterodon apparicioi

What is the common name of Pterodon apparicioi?

Apparicioi Pterodon

What is the family of Pterodon apparicioi?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References