Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humularioides
ID:
175098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gledhill

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 42: 318 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174427

Common Names

  • Bryaspis humularioides
  • Humularioides Bryaspis
  • Humularioides

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Description

Bryaspis humularioides (also called Humularioides Bryaspis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bryaspis humularioides is used for its wood, which is used in construction and fuel, and its bark, which is used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bryaspis humularioides sub. falcistipulata Gledhill
Bryaspis humularioides sub. humularioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bryaspis humularioides are white and tubular in shape, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bryaspis humularioides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bryaspis humularioides

Bryaspis humularioides can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia.

Bryaspis humularioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bryaspis humularioides?

Bryaspis humularioides

What is the family of Bryaspis humularioides?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Bryaspis humularioides?

South America

Species in the Bryaspis genus

Species in the Fabaceae family