Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
contortisiliquum
ID:
195491

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Morong

Source:
ildis

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Ann. New York Acad. Sci.7: 102 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194820

Common Names

  • Contorted Podocarpus
  • Contorted
  • Contorted Earpod

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium malacotrichum Harms [unknown]
  • Mimosa contortisiliqua Vell. [valid]
  • Calliandra pacara Griseb. [valid]
  • Feuilleea pacara (Griseb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Enterolobium glaucescens Mart. [valid]
  • Acacia melalobiata Rojas Acosta [valid]

Description

Enterolobium contortisiliquum (also called Twisted-pod Enterolobium, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Brazil. It grows up to 25 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in moist, humid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Enterolobium contortisiliquum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, in clusters of 2-3. Seed: small, black, flattened. Seedlings: have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Enterolobium contortisiliquum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Enterolobium contortisiliquum

Enterolobium contortisiliquum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Enterolobium contortisiliquum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Enterolobium contortisiliquum?

Enterolobium contortisiliquum

What is the common name of Enterolobium contortisiliquum?

Contorted Pod Enterolobium

What is the family of Enterolobium contortisiliquum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Thomas Morong (1827-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morong' in the authors string.