Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hughesii
ID:
211100

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot.63: 150 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210429

Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus hughesii
  • Hughes' lonchocarpus
  • Hughes' shrub

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Description

Lonchocarpus hughesii (also called Hughes' Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus hughesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used to make paper and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lonchocarpus hughesii are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus hughesii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus hughesii

Lonchocarpus hughesii is native to Central and South America.

Lonchocarpus hughesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus hughesii?

Lonchocarpus hughesii

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus hughesii?

Hughes' lonchocarpus

What is the family of Lonchocarpus hughesii?

Fabaceae

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