Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
minarum
ID:
194921

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Glaz. & Harms) Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(1): 135 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194250

Common Names

  • Leucochloron minarum
  • Minarum Leucochloron
  • Leucochloron

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium minarum Glaz. & Harms [valid]

Description

Leucochloron minarum (also called Minarum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It has pinnate leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Leucochloron minarum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used for its wood, which is used for making furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucochloron minarum has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The seeds are flat and brown, and the seedlings have two cotyledons and long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucochloron minarum is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Leucochloron minarum

Leucochloron minarum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in moist deciduous forests, evergreen forests, and grasslands. It is also found in the lowlands of the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.

Leucochloron minarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucochloron minarum?

Leucochloron minarum

What is the natural habitat of Leucochloron minarum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Leucochloron minarum?

White

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Auguste François Marie Glaziou (1828-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Glaz.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.