Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
dutrae
ID:
1250864

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Malme) Morillo

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Ernstia , n.s., 3: 144 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250202

Common Names

  • Macroscepis Dutrae
  • Dutrae Macroscepis
  • Dutrae's Macroscepis

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Description

Macroscepis dutrae (also called Dutra's Macroscepis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macroscepis dutrae is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macroscepis dutrae has small yellow flowers with white anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macroscepis dutrae is a small tree that can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but will require more frequent watering.

Where to Find Macroscepis dutrae

Macroscepis dutrae is native to South America.

Macroscepis dutrae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macroscepis dutrae?

Macroscepis dutrae

What is the common name of Macroscepis dutrae?

Dutra's Macroscepis

What is the natural habitat of Macroscepis dutrae?

Grasslands and scrub

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Gustaf Oskar Andersson Malme (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malme' in the authors string.
Gilberto N. Morillo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morillo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:976465-1: Based on the initial data import