Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
peregrina
ID:
170236

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Speg.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Physis (Buenos Aires)6: 314 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169565

Common Names

  • Yopo
  • Cohoba
  • Parica

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Synonyms

  • Acacia peregrina (L.) Willd. [valid]
  • Mimosa parvifolia Poir. [illegitimate]
  • Niopa peregrina (L.) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Inga niopo Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [valid]
  • Mimosa acacioides Benth. [valid]
  • Piptadenia peregrina (L.) Benth. [valid]
  • Mimosa peregrina L. [valid]
  • Acacia microphylla Willd. [valid]
  • Acacia angustiloba DC. [valid]
  • Mimosa niopo (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Poir. [valid]
  • Piptadenia niopo (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Spruce [valid]
  • Acacia niopo (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Kunth [valid]
  • Anadenanthera peregrina peregrina [unknown]
  • Anadenanthera falcata (Benth.) Speg. [valid]
  • Piptadenia falcata Benth. [valid]
  • Piptadenia peregrina falcata (Benth.) Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Anadenanthera peregrina falcata (Benth.) Altschul [valid]
  • Acacia niopo Litv. [unknown]
  • Acacia trichophylloides Macfad. [valid]

Description

Anadenanthera peregrina (also called Yopo, among many other common names) is a tree species in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows in moist forests, wet forest edges, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anadenanthera peregrina is a tree that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in landscaping and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anadenanthera peregrina has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anadenanthera peregrina is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 20 feet. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location in the spring. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 6-8 inches.

Where to Find Anadenanthera peregrina

Anadenanthera peregrina can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Anadenanthera peregrina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anadenanthera peregrina?

Anadenanthera peregrina

What is the common name of Anadenanthera peregrina?

Yopo

What type of plant is Anadenanthera peregrina?

Tree

Species in the Anadenanthera genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.