Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bicolor
ID:
1427762

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) L.P.Queiroz & Snak

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys164: 105 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443927

Common Names

  • Macropsychanthus bicolor
  • Bicolor Macropsychanthus
  • Bicolor's Macropsychanthus

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Description

Macropsychanthus bicolor (also called 'Two-Colored Carpus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub with green, pinnately compound leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Macropsychanthus bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, diarrhea, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macropsychanthus bicolor are yellow or white in color and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macropsychanthus bicolor is propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or early summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Macropsychanthus bicolor

Macropsychanthus bicolor is native to Brazil and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Macropsychanthus bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macropsychanthus bicolor?

Macropsychanthus bicolor

What is the common name of Macropsychanthus bicolor?

Bicolor Macropsychanthus

What is the natural habitat of Macropsychanthus bicolor?

Macropsychanthus bicolor is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Macropsychanthus genus

Macropsychanthus lauterbachii, Macropsychanthus dolichobotrys, Macropsychanthus mindanaensis, Macropsychanthus apiculatus, Macropsychanthus aureus, Macropsychanthus bicolor, Macropsychanthus circinatus, Macropsychanthus comosus, Macropsychanthus coriaceus, Macropsychanthus dictyoneurus, Macropsychanthus duckei, Macropsychanthus edulis, Macropsychanthus erectus, Macropsychanthus flexuosus, Macropsychanthus funalis, Macropsychanthus glabrus, Macropsychanthus grandiflorus, Macropsychanthus grandistipulus, Macropsychanthus haughtii, Macropsychanthus hexander, Macropsychanthus hispidimarginatus, Macropsychanthus huberi, Macropsychanthus jamesonii, Macropsychanthus javanicus, Macropsychanthus latifolius, Macropsychanthus macrocarpus, Macropsychanthus malacocarpus, Macropsychanthus marginatus, Macropsychanthus megacarpus, Macropsychanthus mollicomus, Macropsychanthus pulcher, Macropsychanthus purpureus, Macropsychanthus rigidus, Macropsychanthus ruddiae, Macropsychanthus rufescens, Macropsychanthus scaber, Macropsychanthus schimpffii, Macropsychanthus schottii, Macropsychanthus sclerocarpus, Macropsychanthus ucayalinus, Macropsychanthus umbrinus, Macropsychanthus violaceus, Macropsychanthus wilsonii, Macropsychanthus ferrugineus, Macropsychanthus magnus,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johann Centurius Hoffmannsegg (1766-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoffmanns.' in the authors string.
Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.
Cristiane Snak (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snak' in the authors string.