Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guill.) Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor.57: 524 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192942
Common Names
- Schleinitzia insularum
- Island Schleinitzia
- Insularum Schleinitzia
Synonyms
- Acacia glandulosa Guill. [illegitimate]
- Inga glandulosa Steud. [unknown]
- Mimosa glandulosa Vahl [illegitimate]
- Leucaena insularum (Guill.) Däniker [unknown]
- Prosopis insularum (Guill.) Breteler [unknown]
- Leucaena forsteri Benth. [unknown]
- Mimosa glandulosa G.Forst. [invalid]
- Acacia insularum Guill. [unknown]
Description
Schleinitzia insularum (also called Schleinitzia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with yellow flowers. It is native to the Pacific Islands, and is found in dry, sunny habitats such as heaths, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Schleinitzia insularum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schleinitzia insularum has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schleinitzia insularum is a tropical tree that can be propagated through seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in well-drained, fertile soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It can be propagated through cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Schleinitzia insularum
Schleinitzia insularum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Schleinitzia insularum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schleinitzia insularum?
Schleinitzia insularum
What type of plant is Schleinitzia insularum?
A shrub
Where is Schleinitzia insularum found?
In tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Schleinitzia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family