Lophostigma plumosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plumosum
ID:
1135283
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
tro
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 1: 228 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001134621
Common Names
- Lophostigma
- Plumosum
- Lophostigma Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lophostigma plumosum (also called 'Plume Lophostigma' or 'Plume Sapindus', among many other common names) is a woody vine native to South America. It has alternate, compound leaves with 3-7 leaflets and yellowish-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lophostigma plumosum is used as a source of fuelwood, as a source of honey, and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lophostigma plumosum is white and tubular with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Lophostigma plumosum is a fast-growing evergreen tree that grows to a height of 10-15 m. It is propagated by seeds, which should be sown in a nursery bed in spring. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are about 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Lophostigma plumosum
Lophostigma plumosum is found in the dry forests of Peru.
Species in the Lophostigma genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-28600144: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.