Neltuma articulata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Watson) Britton & Rose
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 187 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182651
Common Names
- Neltuma Articulata
- Articulata Neltuma
- Articulata's Neltuma
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- Prosopis articulata S.Watson [valid]
- Neltuma pazensis Britton & Rose [valid]
- Prosopis juliflora articulata (S.Watson) Wiggins [valid]
Description
Neltuma articulata (also called Articulated Neltuma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America, growing in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and savannas. It has a rounded crown, pinnate leaves, and yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Neltuma articulata is used as an ornamental plant, as a forage crop, and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Neltuma articulata are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neltuma articulata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken from semi-hardwood stems.
Where to Find Neltuma articulata
Neltuma articulata is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Neltuma articulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neltuma articulata?
Neltuma articulata
What is the common name of Neltuma articulata?
Mexican palo blanco
What is the growth habit of Neltuma articulata?
It is a small, deciduous shrub with a spreading crown.
Species in the Neltuma genus
Neltuma affinis, Neltuma alba, Neltuma alpataco, Neltuma andicola, Neltuma argentina, Neltuma articulata, Neltuma caldenia, Neltuma calderensis, Neltuma calingastana, Neltuma campestris, Neltuma castellanosii, Neltuma chilensis, Neltuma denudans, Neltuma elata, Neltuma fiebrigii, Neltuma flexuosa, Neltuma glandulosa, Neltuma odorata, Neltuma vinalillo, Neltuma yaquiana, Neltuma tupayachensis, Neltuma sericantha, Neltuma purpurea, Neltuma mezcalana, Neltuma hassleri, Neltuma nuda, Neltuma limensis, Neltuma peruviana, Neltuma humilis, Neltuma pugionata, Neltuma piurensis, Neltuma mantaroensis, Neltuma kuntzei, Neltuma mayana, Neltuma nigra, Neltuma ruscifolia, Neltuma ruizlealii, Neltuma rubriflora, Neltuma rojasiana, Neltuma pallida, Neltuma juliflora, Neltuma velutina, Neltuma palmeri,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Neltuma articulata (S.Watson) Britton & Rose: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.