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Common Names
- Ducke's Macrolobium
- Macrolobium duckeanum
- Macrolobium grande
Description
Macrolobium duckeanum (also called Duckeanum 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 duckeanum 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macrolobium duckeanum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macrolobium duckeanum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and placed in a warm, moist environment until they have rooted. Once established, it prefers a well-drained soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Macrolobium duckeanum
Macrolobium duckeanum is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Macrolobium duckeanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macrolobium duckeanum?
Macrolobium duckeanum
What is the common name of Macrolobium duckeanum?
Duckeanum
What is the habitat of Macrolobium duckeanum?
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