Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
orthocarpum
ID:
170004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat.6: 148 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169333

Common Names

  • Straight-fruit Machaerium
  • Straight-fruit Leatherwood
  • Straight-fruit False Acacia

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Description

Machaerium orthocarpum (also called Guayacan, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium orthocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaerium orthocarpum is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium orthocarpum is a small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Machaerium orthocarpum

Machaerium orthocarpum can be found in Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Machaerium orthocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaerium orthocarpum?

Machaerium orthocarpum

What is the common name of Machaerium orthocarpum?

Brazilian Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Machaerium orthocarpum?

Dry forests and scrublands

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