Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
simabifolia
ID:
195026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spruce ex Benth.) Pittier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
H.F.Pittier & al., Cat. Fl. Venez.1: 358 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194355

Common Names

  • Macrosamanea simabifolia
  • Small-leaved Samanea
  • Small-leaved Rain Tree

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium simabifolium Spruce ex Benth. [valid]
  • Macrosamanea simabaefolia (Benth.) Pittier [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium simabifolium Benth. [unknown]
  • Feuilleea simabaefolia (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Samanea simabaefolia (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Samanea simabifolia (Spruce ex Benth.) Pittier [valid]
  • Feuilleea simabifolia (Spruce ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Macrosamanea simabifolia (also called Macrosamanea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist forests, along rivers and streams, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macrosamanea simabifolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrosamanea simabifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrosamanea simabifolia is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. The shrub prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Macrosamanea simabifolia

Macrosamanea simabifolia is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Macrosamanea simabifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrosamanea simabifolia?

Macrosamanea simabifolia

What is the family of Macrosamanea simabifolia?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Macrosamanea simabifolia?

Simabifolia Macrosamanea

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.