Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
peruvianum
ID:
170010

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Macbr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.13(3): 284 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169339

Common Names

  • Peruvian Ironwood
  • Brazilian Ironwood
  • Argentine Ironwood

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Description

Machaerium peruvianum (also called Peruvian Ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Peru and is found in dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium peruvianum is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaerium peruvianum is a small, white, 5-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium peruvianum 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 peruvianum

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

Machaerium peruvianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaerium peruvianum?

Machaerium peruvianum

What is the common name of Machaerium peruvianum?

Brazilian Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Machaerium peruvianum?

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