Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bracteatum
ID:
187404

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees & Mart.) Maréchal & Baudet

Source:
ildis

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg.44: 443 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186733

Common Names

  • Macroptilium
  • Bracteatum
  • Bracteatum Macroptilium

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Description

Macroptilium bracteatum (also called Macroptílio-bracteado, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It typically grows in moist forests, and can reach heights of up to 15 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Macroptilium bracteatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macroptilium bracteatum has small, yellow-green flowers, which are followed by small, round, black seed pods. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macroptilium bracteatum is a fast-growing, small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America. It is propagated by seeds, which should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny location. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established. Once established, the tree is drought-tolerant and can withstand some frost. Pruning should be done regularly to maintain the desired shape.

Where to Find Macroptilium bracteatum

Macroptilium bracteatum is native to Central and South America and can be found in dry grasslands and woodlands.

Macroptilium bracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macroptilium bracteatum?

Macroptilium bracteatum

What is the common name of Macroptilium bracteatum?

Bracteatum

What is the family of Macroptilium bracteatum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

IPNI record: 149057-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001052479
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13013245: Originally associated with wfo-0001052479
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13013245: Originally associated with wfo-0001052479
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Jean C. Baudet (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baudet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:149057-2: Based on the initial data import