Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
guianense
ID:
170051

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Pulle

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Enum. Vasc. Pl. Surinam: 211 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169380

Common Names

  • Guiana Macrolobium
  • Macrolobium guianense
  • Macrolobium grande

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Synonyms

  • Vouapa guyanensis (Aubl.) Taub. [valid]
  • Vouapa guianensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Macrolobium outea Steud. [invalid]
  • Macrolobium pinnatum Willd. [valid]
  • Macrolobium utea J.F.Gmel. [illegitimate]
  • Outea guianensis Aubl. [valid]
  • Utea guyannensis (Aubl.) J.St.-Hil. [unknown]

Description

Macrolobium guianense (also called Guianense 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 guianense 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 guianense 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 guianense 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 guianense

Macrolobium guianense is native to the Amazon basin in South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Macrolobium guianense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrolobium guianense?

Macrolobium guianense

What is the common name of Macrolobium guianense?

Guianense

What is the habitat of Macrolobium guianense?

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

Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
August Adriaan Pulle (1878-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pulle' in the authors string.