Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acaciifolium
ID:
170026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 224 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169355

Common Names

  • Acaciifolium Macrolobium
  • Acaciifolium Ironwood
  • Acaciifolium Leatherwood

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Synonyms

  • Vouapa acaciaefolia (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Outea acaciifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Macrolobium acaciifolium vestitum Sandwith [valid]
  • Vouapa acaciaefolia (Benth.) Baill. [unknown]
  • Vuapa acaciifolia (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vouapa acaciifolia (Benth.) Baill. [valid]

Description

Macrolobium acaciifolium (also called Acaciifolium Ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Macrolobium acaciifolium is used for timber, fuel, and medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrolobium acaciifolium 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

Macrolobium acaciifolium is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It needs to be pruned regularly to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Macrolobium acaciifolium

Macrolobium acaciifolium is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Macrolobium acaciifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrolobium acaciifolium?

Macrolobium acaciifolium

What is the common name of Macrolobium acaciifolium?

Brazilian Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Macrolobium acaciifolium?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Macrolobium genus

Macrolobium conjunctum, Macrolobium costaricense, Macrolobium dressleri, Macrolobium extensum, Macrolobium rigidum, Macrolobium acaciifolium, Macrolobium amplexans, Macrolobium angustifolium, Macrolobium archeri, Macrolobium arenarium, Macrolobium brevense, Macrolobium campestre, Macrolobium canaliculatum, Macrolobium colombianum, Macrolobium discolor, Macrolobium duckeanum, Macrolobium flexuosum, Macrolobium floridum, Macrolobium froesii, Macrolobium furcatum, Macrolobium gracile, Macrolobium guianense, Macrolobium huberianum, Macrolobium ischnocalyx, Macrolobium jenmanii, Macrolobium latifolium, Macrolobium longipedicellatum, Macrolobium longeracemosum, Macrolobium machaerioides, Macrolobium microcalyx, Macrolobium modicopetalum, Macrolobium molle, Macrolobium montanum, Macrolobium obtusum, Macrolobium palustre, Macrolobium parvifolium, Macrolobium pendulum, Macrolobium pittieri, Macrolobium punctatum, Macrolobium retusum, Macrolobium savannarum, Macrolobium stenocladum, Macrolobium stenopetalum, Macrolobium stenosiphon, Macrolobium suaveolens, Macrolobium taxifolium, Macrolobium trinitense, Macrolobium urupaense, Macrolobium venulosum, Macrolobium crassifolium,

Species in the Fabaceae family