Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
antillana
ID:
1043348

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) A.Delgado

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot.98: 1711 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042686



Common Names

  • Sigmoidotropis antillana
  • Antillana Sigmoidotropis
  • Antillian Sigmoidotropis


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Description

Sigmoidotropis antillana (also called Antillean Sigmoidotropis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has a woody stem and small, leathery leaves. Its yellow flowers are arranged in a terminal cyme. It is found in dry, rocky woods and ridges.

Uses & Benefits

Sigmoidotropis antillana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sigmoidotropis antillana has white flowers with a yellow center and a yellow-green throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sigmoidotropis antillana is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate drought conditions. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require regular fertilization.

Where to Find Sigmoidotropis antillana

Sigmoidotropis antillana is found in the Caribbean.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.