Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
froesii
ID:
170047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cowan

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169376

Common Names

  • Froes' Macrolobium
  • Macrolobium froesii
  • Macrolobium grande

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Description

Macrolobium froesii (also called Froesii 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 froesii is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of food, and as a source of firewood and timber. It is also used as a shade tree in coffee plantations and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrolobium froesii 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 froesii 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 froesii

Macrolobium froesii is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil, where it is found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.

Macrolobium froesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrolobium froesii?

Macrolobium froesii

What is the common name of Macrolobium froesii?

Froesii

What is the habitat of Macrolobium froesii?

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