Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
glaziovianum
ID:
510387

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Sch.Rodr. & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon57: 983 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509719

Common Names

  • Leptolobium glaziovianum
  • Glaziovianum Leptolobium
  • Glaziovianum Leptolobium Plant

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Synonyms

  • Acosmium glaziovianum (Harms) Yakovlev [valid]
  • Sweetia glazioviana Harms [valid]

Description

Leptolobium glaziovianum (also called 'Glaziov's Leptolobium', among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem and small, white flowers. It is native to South America and grows in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Leptolobium glaziovianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used as a windbreak or for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptolobium glaziovianum has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptolobium glaziovianum is a small tree native to Brazil. It is a fast-growing species that can reach a height of 10 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Leptolobium glaziovianum

Leptolobium glaziovianum is found in the Venezuelan Andes.

Leptolobium glaziovianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptolobium glaziovianum?

Leptolobium glaziovianum

What type of plant is Leptolobium glaziovianum?

Shrub

Where is Leptolobium glaziovianum found?

South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Schütz Rodrigues (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Rodr.' in the authors string.