Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sousae
ID:
1063108

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.M.Hern. & A.Campos

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon4: 32 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001062446



Common Names

  • Zapoteca sousae
  • Sousa's Zapoteca
  • Sousa's Tree


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Description

Zapoteca sousae (also called Sousa's zapoteca, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows up to 0.5m in height and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Zapoteca sousae is used as a timber tree for construction and furniture making. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zapoteca sousae has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zapoteca sousae is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Zapoteca sousae

Zapoteca sousae is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Héctor Manuel Hernández (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.M.Hern.' in the authors string.
Álvaro Campos Villanueva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Campos' in the authors string.