Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
canaliculatum
ID:
170036

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 219 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169365

Common Names

  • Macrolobium canaliculatum
  • Canaliculate Macrolobium
  • Canaliculate Velvet Tree

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Synonyms

  • Vouapa canaliculata (Spruce ex Benth.) Taub. [valid]
  • Vouapa canaliculata Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Macrolobium canaliculatum (also called Canaliculatum 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 canaliculatum is used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used for its timber and fuelwood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Macrolobium canaliculatum var. canaliculatum
Macrolobium canaliculatum var. strigulosum R.S.Cowan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrolobium canaliculatum is white or pale pink, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrolobium canaliculatum 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 canaliculatum

Macrolobium canaliculatum is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Macrolobium canaliculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrolobium canaliculatum?

Macrolobium canaliculatum

What is the common name of Macrolobium canaliculatum?

Canaliculatum

What is the habitat of Macrolobium canaliculatum?

It is found in wet forests, along streams and in swamps

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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.