Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
macrophyllum
ID:
1573517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 35 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000038936


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Description

Machaerium macrophyllum (also called 'Large-Leaved Machaerium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium macrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Machaerium macrophyllum var. macrophyllum
Machaerium macrophyllum var. brevialatum Rudd

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Machaerium macrophyllum has small yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium macrophyllum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It should be grown in a well-drained soil in a partially shaded area. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Machaerium macrophyllum

Machaerium macrophyllum is found in Central and South America.

Machaerium macrophyllum FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Machaerium macrophyllum?

Machaerium macrophyllum prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil.

What type of soil is best for Machaerium macrophyllum?

Machaerium macrophyllum prefers moist, well-draining soil.

How much water does Machaerium macrophyllum need?

Machaerium macrophyllum should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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

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