Caesalpinia anacantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anacantha
ID:
165224
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot.20A(5): 11 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164553
Common Names
- Caesalpinia anacantha
- Flamboyant de Cuba
- Flamboyant de Jamaica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caesalpinia anacantha (also called 'Anacantha', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and long, pinnate leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry, tropical forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Caesalpinia anacantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower and is drought tolerant. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caesalpinia anacantha is a yellow-orange color with five petals. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped seed with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Caesalpinia anacantha is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Once established, it requires regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Caesalpinia anacantha
Caesalpinia anacantha is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Caesalpinia anacantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caesalpinia anacantha?
Caesalpinia anacantha
What is the common name of Caesalpinia anacantha?
Anacantha
What is the natural habitat of Caesalpinia anacantha?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Caesalpinia genus
Caesalpinia anacantha, Caesalpinia barahonensis, Caesalpinia cacalaco, Caesalpinia domingensis, Caesalpinia monensis, Caesalpinia nipensis, Caesalpinia secundiflora, Caesalpinia brasiliensis, Caesalpinia bahamensis, Caesalpinia cassioides, Caesalpinia pulcherrima, Caesalpinia wootonii, Caesalpinia brasiliensis, Caesalpinia parryi, Caesalpinia spokanensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Caesalpinia anacantha Urb.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.