Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
oligosperma
ID:
174626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Adansonia9: 240 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173955

Common Names

  • Brongniartia Oligosperma
  • Oligosperma Vine
  • Vine of the Oligosperma

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Synonyms

  • Brongniartia lasiocarpa Rose [valid]
  • Brongniartia oligospermoides Standl. [unknown]

Description

Brongniartia oligosperma (also called Oligosperma Brongniartia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and Colombia, and can be found in tropical dry forests and tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brongniartia oligosperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for fodder and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brongniartia oligosperma has yellow flowers with red centers, and the seed pods are long and thin. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brongniartia oligosperma can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to take root.

Where to Find Brongniartia oligosperma

Brongniartia oligosperma is native to South America and can be found in open woodlands and savannas.

Brongniartia oligosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brongniartia oligosperma?

Brongniartia oligosperma

What is the family of Brongniartia oligosperma?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Brongniartia oligosperma?

Few-seeded Brongniartia

Species in the Brongniartia genus

Brongniartia abbottiae, Brongniartia alamosana, Brongniartia argentea, Brongniartia caeciliae, Brongniartia canescens, Brongniartia cuneata, Brongniartia diffusa, Brongniartia funiculata, Brongniartia goldmanii, Brongniartia hirsuta, Brongniartia inconstans, Brongniartia luisana, Brongniartia lunata, Brongniartia lupinoides, Brongniartia mollicula, Brongniartia nudiflora, Brongniartia parvifolia, Brongniartia peninsularis, Brongniartia pringlei, Brongniartia rozynskii, Brongniartia seleri, Brongniartia suberea, Brongniartia tenuifolia, Brongniartia trifoliata, Brongniartia ulbrichiana, Brongniartia parryi, Brongniartia foliolosa, Brongniartia glabrata, Brongniartia magnibracteata, Brongniartia mollis, Brongniartia oligosperma, Brongniartia podalyrioides, Brongniartia robinioides, Brongniartia vicioides, Brongniartia bracteolata, Brongniartia strigillosa, Brongniartia argyrophylla, Brongniartia imitator, Brongniartia minima, Brongniartia cordata, Brongniartia mortonii, Brongniartia norrisii, Brongniartia pacifica, Brongniartia minutifolia, Brongniartia guerrerensis, Brongniartia sousae, Brongniartia revoluta, Brongniartia sericea, Brongniartia balsensis, Brongniartia intermedia,

Species in the Fabaceae family