Guibourtia hymenaefolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hymenaefolia
ID:
164668
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Moric.) J.Léonard
Source:
ildis
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 19: 401. 1949
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163997
Common Names
- African Rosewood
- Congo Rosewood
- Lavenderwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Pseudocopaiva hymenaefolia (Moric.) Britton & Wilson [deprecated]
- Pseudocopaiva hymenaefolia (Moric.) Britton & P.Wilson [unknown]
Description
Guibourtia hymenaefolia (also called Hymenaefolia Guibourtia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has yellow flowers with a purple center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Guibourtia hymenaefolia is used as a source of firewood, as a source of timber for furniture and construction, and as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Guibourtia hymenaefolia is yellow in color and has a five-lobed corolla. The seed is a flat, oblong, brown and hard seed. The seedling is a small, rounded, green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Guibourtia hymenaefolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Guibourtia hymenaefolia
Guibourtia hymenaefolia is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open grasslands.
Guibourtia hymenaefolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guibourtia hymenaefolia?
Guibourtia hymenaefolia
What is the family of Guibourtia hymenaefolia?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Guibourtia hymenaefolia?
Hymenaea-leaved Guibourtia
Species in the Guibourtia genus
Guibourtia hymenaefolia, Guibourtia arnoldiana, Guibourtia carrissoana, Guibourtia coleosperma, Guibourtia conjugata, Guibourtia copallifera, Guibourtia demeusei, Guibourtia dinklagei, Guibourtia ehie, Guibourtia leonensis, Guibourtia schliebenii, Guibourtia sousae, Guibourtia tessmannii, Guibourtia chodatiana, Guibourtia pellegriniana, Guibourtia pellegriniana, Guibourtia hymenaeifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-10418: Based on the initial data import
Moïse-Étienne Moricand (1779-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moric.' in the authors string.