Status:
valid
Authors:
Taub.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler, Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas, C: 201 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170881
Common Names
- Stuhlmannia moavi
- Moavi Stuhlmannia
- Moavi's Stuhlmannia
Synonyms
- Caesalpinia dalei Brenan & J.B.Gillett [valid]
- Caesalpinia insolita (Harms) Brenan & J.B.Gillett [valid]
- Hoffmannseggia insolita Harms [valid]
Description
Stuhlmannia moavi (also called Stuhlmannia moavi, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stuhlmannia moavi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stuhlmannia moavi has yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stuhlmannia moavi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Stuhlmannia moavi
Stuhlmannia moavi is native to Tanzania and can be found in the Eastern Arc Mountains.
Stuhlmannia moavi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stuhlmannia moavi?
Stuhlmannia moavi
What is the common name of Stuhlmannia moavi?
Moavi lupine
What is the natural habitat of Stuhlmannia moavi?
Grassy slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Stuhlmannia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family