Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
denhami
ID:
1257291

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) C.Chr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Index Filic. : 209 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256629

Common Names

  • Tapeinidium denhami
  • Denhami Tapeinidium
  • Tapeinidium

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Description

Tapeinidium denhami (also called Denham's Tapeinidium, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to Brazil. It is found in dry scrub and open woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Tapeinidium denhami is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tapeinidium denhami is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapeinidium denhami is a tropical evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seed should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tapeinidium denhami

Tapeinidium denhami is native to South America and can be found in Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Tapeinidium denhami FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapeinidium denhami?

Tapeinidium denhami

What is the common name of Tapeinidium denhami?

Denham's tapeinidium

What is the natural habitat of Tapeinidium denhami?

Dry slopes, hillsides, and canyons in the Chihuahuan Desert of Mexico

Species in the Lindsaeaceae family

Lindsaea agatii, Lindsaea chrysolepis, Lindsaea falciformis, Lindsaea francii, Lindsaea hainaniana, Lindsaea imrayana, Lindsaea interrupta, Lindsaea jarrettiana, Lindsaea kalimantanensis, Lindsaea lherminieri, Lindsaea malabarica, Lindsaea paralellogramma, Lindsaea pseudohemiptera, Lindsaea pumila, Lindsaea salomonis, Lindsaea schizophylla, Lindsaea societatis, Lindsaea venusta, Lindsaea vieillardii, Lindsaea coursii, Lindsaea humbertii, Lindsaea digitata, Lindsaea merrillii, Lindsaea plicata, Lindsaea cultrata, Lindsaea goudotiana, Lindsaea ensifolia, Lindsaea heterophylla, Lindsaea oxyphylla, Lindsaea orbiculata, Lindsaea leptophylla, Lindsaea lancea, Lindsaea portoricensis, Lindsaea quadrangularis, Lindsaea stricta, Lindsaea javanensis, Lindsaea arcuata, Lindsaea spruceana, Lindsaea divaricata, Lindsaea guianensis, Lindsaea schomburgkii, Lindsaea falcata, Lindsaea latifrons, Lindsaea hemiglossa, Lindsaea feei, Lindsaea taeniata, Lindsaea ulei, Lindsaea yaeyamensis, Lindsaea cyclophylla, Lindsaea rigidiuscula,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50181505: Based on the initial data import
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.