Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cacalaco
ID:
1317985

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bonpl.) Molinari & Sánchez Och.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Weberbauerella1(8): 5 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330439



Common Names

  • Tara cacalaco
  • Cacalaco Tara
  • Tara


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Description

Tara cacalaco (also called 'Cacalaco', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is found in Peru and Ecuador. It is found in montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000m.

Uses & Benefits

Tara cacalaco is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tara cacalaco has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and ovoid. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tara cacalaco is a perennial herb that is easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rootstock or by seed. The rootstock should be divided in spring or autumn and planted in a sunny spot. The seed should be sown in spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Tara cacalaco

Tara cacalaco is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Tara cacalaco FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tara cacalaco?

Tara cacalaco

What type of plant is Tara cacalaco?

Tree

Where is Tara cacalaco native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Tara genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.
Carlos Sánchez Ocharan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sánchez Och.' in the authors string.