Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
porcatum
ID:
185413

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.A.Neill & Occhioni f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.76: 357 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184742



Common Names

  • Porcatum Stryphnodendron
  • Stryphnodendron Guineense
  • Stryphnodendron Macrophyllum


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Description

Stryphnodendron porcatum (also called Porcate Stryphnodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stryphnodendron porcatum is used as a cover crop and forage crop. It is also used for green manure and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stryphnodendron porcatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons and two true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stryphnodendron porcatum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 15 m. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 8 cm tall.

Where to Find Stryphnodendron porcatum

Stryphnodendron porcatum can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Stryphnodendron porcatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stryphnodendron porcatum?

Stryphnodendron porcatum

What is the common name of Stryphnodendron porcatum?

Porcata Bean

What is the natural habitat of Stryphnodendron porcatum?

Dry tropical forests and scrublands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

David Neill (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Neill' in the authors string.
Elêna Maria de Lamare Occhioni (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Occhioni f.' in the authors string.