Neltuma glandulosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Torr.) Britton & Rose
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 186 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170593
Common Names
- Neltuma Glandulosa
- Hairy Neltuma
- Glandular Neltuma
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- Prosopis glandulosa Torr. [valid]
- Prosopis juliflora glandulosa (Torr.) Cockerell [valid]
- Prosopis chilensis glandulosa (Torr.) Standl. [valid]
- Dasiogyna glandulosa (Torr.) Raf. [valid]
- Algarobia glandulosa (Torr.) Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
Description
Neltuma glandulosa (also called Neltuma glandulosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading crown. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Neltuma glandulosa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Neltuma glandulosa var. prostrata (Burkart) C.E.Hughes & G.P.LewisNeltuma glandulosa var. glandulosa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neltuma glandulosa has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Neltuma glandulosa is a shrub native to South America. It is propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. The cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sunny location.
Where to Find Neltuma glandulosa
Neltuma glandulosa is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba to Trinidad and Tobago. It is found in dry, open woods and thickets.
Neltuma glandulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neltuma glandulosa?
Neltuma glandulosa
What type of plant is Neltuma glandulosa?
Shrub
What is the natural habitat of Neltuma glandulosa?
Dry forests and scrublands
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
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' 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 glandulosa (Torr.) Britton & Rose: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.