Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
brachystachyum
ID:
1050491

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) R.S.Cowan

Source:
tro

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Rhodora68: 429 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001049829

Common Names

  • Candolleodendron Brachystachyum
  • Brachystachyum Candolleodendron
  • Short-Stalked Candolleodendron

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Description

Candolleodendron brachystachyum (also called Brachystachyum Candolleodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to South America. It grows up to 15 meters tall and has alternate, compound leaves with small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, often in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Candolleodendron brachystachyum is used as a timber tree for its strong and durable wood. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Candolleodendron brachystachyum is yellow-green in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedling has a single, thin stem with a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Candolleodendron brachystachyum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Candolleodendron brachystachyum

Candolleodendron brachystachyum is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Species in the Candolleodendron genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:44378-2: Based on the initial data import