Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kentukea
ID:
164994

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dum.Cours.) Rudd

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia21: 327 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164323

Common Names

  • Cladrastis Kentukea
  • Kentucky Yellowwood
  • American Yellowwood

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Synonyms

  • Virgilia lutea F.Michx. [valid]
  • Cladrastis lutea Raf. [unknown]
  • Virgilia alba Raf. [valid]
  • Virgilia kentuckensis Raf. [unknown]
  • Cladrastis fragrans Raf. [valid]
  • Cladrastis kentuckensis Raf. [unknown]
  • Cladrastis tinctoria Raf. [valid]
  • Cladrastis albiflora Raf. [illegitimate]
  • Cladrastis lutea (F.Michx.) K.Koch [valid]
  • Sophora kentukea Dum.Cours. [valid]
  • Cladrastis kentuckensis (Dum.Cours.) Jacks. [unknown]
  • Virgilia kentukea (Dum.Cours.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Virgilia fragilis Raf. [unknown]
  • Cladrastis lutea tomentosa Steyerm. [valid]
  • Cladrastis kentuckensis Raf. [invalid]
  • Cladrastis kentukea tomentosa (Steyerm.) Spongberg [unknown]
  • Virgilia dumontii Raf. [illegitimate]

Description

Cladrastis kentukea (also called Cladrastis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cladrastis kentukea is an ornamental tree that is often grown in gardens and parks. It has attractive white flowers and is a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. It can also be used as a windbreak or as a privacy screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cladrastis kentukea is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cladrastis kentukea is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant evergreen tree native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is tolerant of poor soils and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Cladrastis kentukea

Cladrastis kentukea is native to the eastern United States and is found in dry forests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental.

Cladrastis kentukea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cladrastis kentukea?

Cladrastis kentukea

What is the common name of Cladrastis kentukea?

Kentucky Yellowwood

What is the natural habitat of Cladrastis kentukea?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Georges Louis Marie Dumont de Courset (1746-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dum.Cours.' in the authors string.
Velva Elaine Rudd (1910-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudd' in the authors string.