Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paucifoliolatus
ID:
1035030
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Scott Elliot) Drake
Source:
tro
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Hist. Phys. Madagascar 30: 58 (1902 publ. 1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001034368
Common Names
- Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus
- Paucifoliolatus Dichrostachys
- Paucifoliolatus Dichrostachys Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus (also called Few-leaved Dichrostachys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus has small, yellow flowers with a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus is a perennial shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach a height of up to 2 m. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be covered lightly with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus
Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Species in the Dichrostachys genus
Dichrostachys cinerea, Dichrostachys spicata, Dichrostachys kirkii, Dichrostachys myriophylla, Dichrostachys pervilleana, Dichrostachys akataensis, Dichrostachys arborescens, Dichrostachys bernieriana, Dichrostachys dumetaria, Dichrostachys paucifoliolata, Dichrostachys richardiana, Dichrostachys scottiana, Dichrostachys tenuifolia, Dichrostachys unijuga, Dichrostachys venosa, Dichrostachys dehiscens, Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus, Dichrostachys pervilleanus,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100323153: Based on the initial data import
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.
George Francis Scott-Elliot (1862-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scott Elliot' in the authors string.