Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
canoensis
ID:
747384

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Novon19: 521 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746717

Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus canoensis
  • Canoensis Lonchocarpus
  • Canoensis' Lonchocarpus

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Description

Lonchocarpus canoensis (also called 'Cano Lonchocarpus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical moist lowland forests and tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus canoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a hedge plant. It is also used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonchocarpus canoensis has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus canoensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting from the parent plant and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light for best results.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus canoensis

Lonchocarpus canoensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Lonchocarpus canoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus canoensis?

Lonchocarpus canoensis

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus canoensis?

Cano Corkwood

Where is Lonchocarpus canoensis found?

Mexico

Species in the Lonchocarpus genus

Lonchocarpus capensis, Lonchocarpus castilloi, Lonchocarpus chiricanus, Lonchocarpus comitensis, Lonchocarpus constrictus, Lonchocarpus costaricensis, Lonchocarpus cruentus, Lonchocarpus emarginatus, Lonchocarpus eriocarinalis, Lonchocarpus fuscopurpureus, Lonchocarpus galeottianus, Lonchocarpus glaucifolius, Lonchocarpus hidalgensis, Lonchocarpus hintonii, Lonchocarpus jaliscensis, Lonchocarpus kreberi, Lonchocarpus larensis, Lonchocarpus lasiotropis, Lonchocarpus lilloi, Lonchocarpus lineatus, Lonchocarpus longipes, Lonchocarpus longistylus, Lonchocarpus luteomaculatus, Lonchocarpus malacotrichus, Lonchocarpus michelianus, Lonchocarpus minimiflorus, Lonchocarpus molinae, Lonchocarpus monofoliaris, Lonchocarpus monophyllus, Lonchocarpus neurophyllus, Lonchocarpus oaxacensis, Lonchocarpus oliganthus, Lonchocarpus patens, Lonchocarpus pluvialis, Lonchocarpus pycnophyllus, Lonchocarpus retiferus, Lonchocarpus robustus, Lonchocarpus salvadorensis, Lonchocarpus sanctuarii, Lonchocarpus santarosanus, Lonchocarpus sinaloensis, Lonchocarpus spectabilis, Lonchocarpus trifolius, Lonchocarpus yoroensis, Lonchocarpus yucatanensis, Lonchocarpus phlebophyllus, Lonchocarpus ellipticus, Lonchocarpus obovatus, Lonchocarpus schiedeanus, Lonchocarpus lindsayi,

Species in the Fabaceae family