Mezoneuron scortechinii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scortechinii
ID:
206231
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
S. Sci. Rec.2: 73 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205560
Common Names
- Mezoneuron scortechinii
- Scortechini's Mezoneuron
- Scortechini's Tree
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- Caesalpinia scortechinii (F.Muell.) Hattink [valid]
- Caesalpinia traceyi Pedley [valid]
- Mezoneurum scortechinii F.Muell. [unknown]
Description
Mezoneuron scortechinii (also called Scortechini's Mezoneuron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 8 m in height. It is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mezoneuron scortechinii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mezoneuron scortechinii is a yellow-green color with a small, round shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mezoneuron scortechinii is a small tree or shrub, typically growing to a height of 4–7 m (13–23 ft). It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm greenhouse. Germination usually takes place within 2–3 weeks at 20–25°C.
Where to Find Mezoneuron scortechinii
Mezoneuron scortechinii is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar.
Mezoneuron scortechinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mezoneuron scortechinii?
Mezoneuron scortechinii
What is the common name of Mezoneuron scortechinii?
Scortechini's Mezoneuron
What is the natural habitat of Mezoneuron scortechinii?
It is native to South America
Species in the Mezoneuron genus
Mezoneuron angolense, Mezoneuron cucullatum, Mezoneuron kauaiense, Mezoneuron andamanicum, Mezoneuron benthamianum, Mezoneuron hildebrandtii, Mezoneuron sinense, Mezoneuron hymenocarpum, Mezoneuron furfuraceum, Mezoneuron latisiliquum, Mezoneuron nhatrangense, Mezoneuron pubescens, Mezoneuron sumatranum, Mezoneuron mindorense, Mezoneuron scortechinii, Mezoneuron baudouinii, Mezoneuron nitens, Mezoneuron erythrocarpum, Mezoneuron montrouzieri, Mezoneuron brachycarpum, Mezoneuron enneaphyllum, Mezoneuron rubiginosum, Mezoneuron schlechteri, Mezoneuron ouenense,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:507199-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Mezoneuron scortechinii F.Muell.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.