Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
conzattii
ID:
1062202

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) M.Sousa & Rudd

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.77: 575 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001061540



Common Names

  • Styphnolobium conzattii
  • Conzattii's Styphnolobium
  • Conzattii Styphnolobium


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Description

Styphnolobium conzattii (also called Conzatti's Styphnolobium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It grows to a height of up to 10 feet, with trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Styphnolobium conzattii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Styphnolobium conzattii has yellow flowers with five petals and a single seed in each pod. The seedlings are small, with two seed leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Styphnolobium conzattii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Styphnolobium conzattii

Styphnolobium conzattii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Velva Elaine Rudd (1910-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudd' in the authors string.
Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.