Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acutifolium
ID:
187618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vogel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Linnaea11: 187 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186947

Common Names

  • Machaerium acutifolium
  • Acutifolium
  • Cattle-tongue

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Description

Machaerium acutifolium (also called Sharp-Leaved Tree, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to tropical South America. It has white flowers and its leaves are divided into three leaflets. It grows in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium acutifolium is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, rheumatism, and stomach pain. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Machaerium acutifolium var. enneandrum (Hoehne) Rudd
Machaerium acutifolium var. acutifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaerium acutifolium is a yellow, pea-like flower with a long, slender tube. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium acutifolium is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Machaerium acutifolium

Machaerium acutifolium can be found in Central and South America.

Machaerium acutifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaerium acutifolium?

Machaerium acutifolium

What is the common name of Machaerium acutifolium?

Sharp-Leaved Sandpaper Tree

What is the natural habitat of Machaerium acutifolium?

It is native to Central and South America

Species in the Machaerium genus

Machaerium conzattii, Machaerium costulatum, Machaerium cuzcoense, Machaerium dubium, Machaerium eliasii, Machaerium falciforme, Machaerium froesii, Machaerium guanaiense, Machaerium hatschbachii, Machaerium huanucoense, Machaerium mutisii, Machaerium ovalifolium, Machaerium parvifolium, Machaerium penduliflorum, Machaerium piresii, Machaerium subrhombiforme, Machaerium tolimense, Machaerium uribei, Machaerium amazonense, Machaerium aristulatum, Machaerium aureiflorum, Machaerium bondaense, Machaerium cantarellianum, Machaerium capote, Machaerium caratinganum, Machaerium castaneiflorum, Machaerium caudatum, Machaerium chambersii, Machaerium chiapense, Machaerium cirrhiferum, Machaerium cobanense, Machaerium complanatum, Machaerium condensatum, Machaerium cultratum, Machaerium cuspidatum, Machaerium darienense, Machaerium debile, Machaerium declinatum, Machaerium duckeanum, Machaerium ferox, Machaerium floridum, Machaerium grandifolium, Machaerium hirtum, Machaerium hoehneanum, Machaerium inundatum, Machaerium latialatum, Machaerium latifolium, Machaerium lindenianum, Machaerium madeirense, Machaerium melanophyllum,

Species in the Fabaceae family