Status:
valid
Authors:
Villiers
Source:
ildis
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 274 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196082
Common Names
- Brevipennatus Viguieranthus
- Viguieranthus Brevipennatus
- Brevipennatus Tree
Description
Viguieranthus brevipennatus (also called Brevipennatus viguieranthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It has a spreading crown and a straight trunk with a diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are alternate, imparipinnate, and up to 30 cm long. It grows in dry deciduous forests, thickets, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Viguieranthus brevipennatus is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viguieranthus brevipennatus has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viguieranthus brevipennatus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Viguieranthus brevipennatus
Viguieranthus brevipennatus is native to Madagascar. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Viguieranthus brevipennatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viguieranthus brevipennatus?
Viguieranthus brevipennatus
What is the common name of Viguieranthus brevipennatus?
Brevipennatus Viguieranthus
What is the natural habitat of Viguieranthus brevipennatus?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Viguieranthus genus
Viguieranthus alternans,
Viguieranthus ambongensis,
Viguieranthus brevipennatus,
Viguieranthus cylindricostachys,
Viguieranthus densinervus,
Viguieranthus glaber,
Viguieranthus glandulosus,
Viguieranthus kony,
Viguieranthus longiracemosus,
Viguieranthus megalophyllus,
Viguieranthus perrieri,
Viguieranthus pervillei,
Viguieranthus scottianus,
Viguieranthus simulans,
Viguieranthus subauriculatus,
Viguieranthus umbilicus,
Viguieranthus unifoliolatus,
Viguieranthus variabilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family