Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cyclocarpum
ID:
195492

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Griseb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I.: 226 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194821

Common Names

  • Cyclocarpous Podocarpus
  • Cyclocarpous
  • Cyclocarpous Earpod

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Synonyms

  • Prosopis dubia Kunth [valid]
  • Feuilleea cyclocarpa (Jacq.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Albizia longipes Britton & Killip [valid]
  • Mimosa cyclocarpa Jacq. [valid]
  • Mimosa parota Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Pithecellobium cyclocarpum (Jacq.) Mart. [valid]
  • Inga cyclocarpa (Jacq.) Willd. [valid]
  • Enterolobium cyclocarpa (Jacq.) Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Enterolobium cyclocarpum (also called Ear-pod Enterolobium, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Central and South America. 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 cyclocarpum 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 cyclocarpum 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 cyclocarpum

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

Enterolobium cyclocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Enterolobium cyclocarpum?

Enterolobium cyclocarpum

What is the common name of Enterolobium cyclocarpum?

Guatemalan Elephant Ear Tree

What is the family of Enterolobium cyclocarpum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.