Luxemburgia furnensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
furnensis
ID:
750102
Status:
valid
Authors:
Feres
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 33: 653 (2010 publ. 2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749435
Common Names
- Luxemburgia Furnensis
- Furneaux Luxemburgia
- Luxemburgia Furneaux
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Luxemburgia furnensis (also called Furneaux's Luxemburgia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry forests and woodlands. It is a small shrub or tree, typically reaching heights of up to 5 meters. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, and its flowers are small and yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Luxemburgia furnensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Luxemburgia furnensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Luxemburgia furnensis is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Luxemburgia furnensis
Luxemburgia furnensis can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Luxemburgia furnensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luxemburgia furnensis?
Luxemburgia furnensis
What is the common name of Luxemburgia furnensis?
Furnace Tree
What is the natural habitat of Luxemburgia furnensis?
Dry deciduous forests of India
Species in the Luxemburgia genus
Luxemburgia ciliatibracteata, Luxemburgia speciosa, Luxemburgia hatschbachiana, Luxemburgia diciliata, Luxemburgia damazioana, Luxemburgia flexuosa, Luxemburgia corymbosa, Luxemburgia mysteriosa, Luxemburgia furnensis, Luxemburgia leitonii, Luxemburgia mogolensis, Luxemburgia angustifolia, Luxemburgia glazoviana, Luxemburgia octandra, Luxemburgia polyandra, Luxemburgia schwackeana, Luxemburgia nobilis, Luxemburgia bracteata, Luxemburgia ciliosa, Luxemburgia macedoi,
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
Fabíola Feres (b.2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Feres' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60456427-2: Based on the initial data import