Status:
valid
Authors:
Pittier
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci.5: 469 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165544
Common Names
- Yavizanum Centrolobium
- Centrolobium yavizanum
- Yavizanum Centrolobium Tree
Description
Centrolobium yavizanum (also called 'Yavizan centrolobium', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Centrolobium yavizanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. The leaves are used for fodder and the flowers are used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centrolobium yavizanum is a yellow-green color, with five petals and a long, slender tube. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centrolobium yavizanum is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep soil moist and provide bright indirect light.
Where to Find Centrolobium yavizanum
Centrolobium yavizanum can be found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.
Centrolobium yavizanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centrolobium yavizanum?
Centrolobium yavizanum
What is the common name of Centrolobium yavizanum?
Yavizan Centrolobium
What is the natural habitat of Centrolobium yavizanum?
Dry areas, open fields, and disturbed sites
Species in the Centrolobium genus
Species in the Fabaceae family