Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arborea
ID:
171926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 29 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171255

Common Names

  • Coyoaba
  • Coyoaba Tree
  • West Indian Locust

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium arboreum (L.) Urb. [valid]
  • Mimosa arborea L. [valid]
  • Acacia arborea (L.) Willd. [valid]
  • Cojoba matudai (Lundell) L.Rico [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium arboreum (L.) Urb. [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium vulcanorum Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium tonduzii (Britton & Rose) Standl. [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium tuerckheimii (Britton & Rose) Standl. & Stey [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium matudai Lundell [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium austrinum Standl. & L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Samanea arborea (L.) Ricker [valid]
  • Pithecellobium arboreum filifolia Kitan. [unknown]

Description

Cojoba arborea (also called 'Fish Poison Tree', among many other common names) is a small deciduous tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a short trunk and a wide, spreading canopy. It grows in open, dry areas, such as savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cojoba arborea is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that is often used as a windbreak, shade tree, or for erosion control. It is also used as an ornamental tree due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cojoba arborea var. angustifolia (Rusby) Barneby & J.W.Grimes
Cojoba arborea var. arborea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cojoba arborea is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cojoba arborea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Plants should be grown in full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Cojoba arborea

Cojoba arborea is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It can be found in tropical dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Cojoba arborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cojoba arborea?

Cojoba arborea

What is the common name of Cojoba arborea?

West Indian Locust

What is the natural habitat of Cojoba arborea?

Cojoba arborea is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.