Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cuiabensis
ID:
1053081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Kuntze

Source:
tro

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 212. 1891 [5 Nov 1891]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001052419



Common Names

  • Cuiabensis Vouacapoua
  • Coral Bean
  • Coral Plant


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Uses & Benefits

Vouacapoua cuiabensis is a small tree that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant because of its dense foliage. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and arthritis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vouacapoua cuiabensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vouacapoua cuiabensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 25 m. It is native to the Amazon basin in South America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a moist, sandy soil. The tree is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Vouacapoua cuiabensis

Vouacapoua cuiabensis is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-13012898: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.