Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
scorpioides
ID:
1427743

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa ex Cruz Durán & G.Andrade

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron2019-26: 5 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443908

Common Names

  • Lonchocarpus scorpioides
  • Scorpioides Lonchocarpus
  • Scorpioides's Lonchocarpus

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Description

Lonchocarpus scorpioides (also called Scorpion-pod, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a thin stem and its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and entire. It is found in steppes and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus scorpioides is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lonchocarpus scorpioides is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus scorpioides is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus scorpioides

Lonchocarpus scorpioides is native to Mexico and can be found in the state of Guerrero.

Lonchocarpus scorpioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus scorpioides?

Lonchocarpus scorpioides

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus scorpioides?

No common name

Where is Lonchocarpus scorpioides found?

It is found in 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

References

Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.
Gloria Andrade (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Andrade' in the authors string.