Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
pterocarpum
ID:
508177

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.M.Benn. & K.A.Sheph.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 177 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507509



Common Names

  • Lasiopetalum Pterocarpum
  • Pterocarpum Lasiopetalum
  • Lasiopetalum Tree


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Description

Lasiopetalum pterocarpum (also called Lasiopetalum pterocarpum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiopetalum pterocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasiopetalum pterocarpum has yellow flowers with dark purple centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiopetalum pterocarpum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Lasiopetalum pterocarpum

Lasiopetalum pterocarpum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Lasiopetalum pterocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiopetalum pterocarpum?

Lasiopetalum pterocarpum

What is the common name of Lasiopetalum pterocarpum?

Winged petal

What is the natural habitat of Lasiopetalum pterocarpum?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Lasiopetalum genus

Lasiopetalum micranthum, Lasiopetalum membranaceum, Lasiopetalum maxwellii, Lasiopetalum macrophyllum, Lasiopetalum longistamineum, Lasiopetalum monticola, Lasiopetalum joyceae, Lasiopetalum indutum, Lasiopetalum cordifolium, Lasiopetalum compactum, Lasiopetalum cardiophyllum, Lasiopetalum lineare, Lasiopetalum quinquenervium, Lasiopetalum microcardium, Lasiopetalum molle, Lasiopetalum parvuliflorum, Lasiopetalum parviflorum, Lasiopetalum oppositifolium, Lasiopetalum oldfieldii, Lasiopetalum ogilvieanum, Lasiopetalum behrii, Lasiopetalum baueri, Lasiopetalum bracteatum, Lasiopetalum glabratum, Lasiopetalum fitzgibbonii, Lasiopetalum drummondii, Lasiopetalum discolor, Lasiopetalum dielsii, Lasiopetalum glutiuosum, Lasiopetalum rosmarinifolium, Lasiopetalum floribundum, Lasiopetalum rufum, Lasiopetalum rotundifolium, Lasiopetalum tepperi, Lasiopetalum schulzenii, Lasiopetalum pterocarpum, Lasiopetalum ferraricollinum, Lasiopetalum adenotrichum, Lasiopetalum cenobium,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Eleanor Marion Bennett (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.M.Benn.' in the authors string.
Kelly Anne Shepherd: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.A.Sheph.' in the authors string.