Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ferrugineus
ID:
180461

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.73: 725 (1986 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179790

Common Names

  • Ferruginous Lonchocarpus
  • Ferruginous Longpod
  • Ferruginous Long Pod

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Description

Lonchocarpus ferrugineus (also called Rusty Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It typically grows in wet forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus ferrugineus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonchocarpus ferrugineus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a dense spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with three leaflets and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus ferrugineus can be propagated from 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 moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus ferrugineus

Lonchocarpus ferrugineus is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Lonchocarpus ferrugineus FAQ

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus ferrugineus?

Rusty lancewood

What is the scientific name of Rusty lancewood?

Lonchocarpus ferrugineus

What is the habitat of Lonchocarpus ferrugineus?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America

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