Macroptilium supinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
supinum
ID:
1285248
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wiggins & Rollins) A.Delgado & L.Torres
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot.66: 189 (1995 publ. 1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284586
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macroptilium supinum (also called 'Upright Macroptilium', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to Central America. It has a sprawling habit, with stems up to 30 cm long. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white. It is found in moist forests, shrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Macroptilium supinum is a species of legume native to Mexico and Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Macroptilium supinum are small, white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macroptilium supinum is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.
Where to Find Macroptilium supinum
Macroptilium supinum is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Macroptilium supinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macroptilium supinum?
Macroptilium supinum
What type of plant is Macroptilium supinum?
It is an evergreen perennial.
Where is Macroptilium supinum native to?
Macroptilium supinum is native to Mexico.
Species in the Macroptilium genus
Macroptilium martii, Macroptilium monophyllum, Macroptilium panduratum, Macroptilium pedatum, Macroptilium erythroloma, Macroptilium gracile, Macroptilium prostratum, Macroptilium longepedunculatum, Macroptilium gibbosifolium, Macroptilium sabaraense, Macroptilium atropurpureum, Macroptilium lathyroides, Macroptilium bracteatum, Macroptilium cochleatum, Macroptilium psammodes, Macroptilium arenarium, Macroptilium fraternum, Macroptilium chacoensis, Macroptilium ecuadoriense, Macroptilium supinum, Macroptilium campestre,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ira Loren Wiggins (1899-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiggins' in the authors string.
Reed C. Rollins (1911-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rollins' in the authors string.
Leticia Torres: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Torres' in the authors string.
Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Macroptilium supinum (Wiggins & Rollins) A.Delgado & L.Torres: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.