Neltuma palmeri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Britton & Rose
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 185 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182624
Common Names
- Neltuma palmeri
- Palmer's Wattle
- Mountain Wattle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Prosopis tamaulipana Burkart [valid]
Description
Neltuma palmeri (also called Palmer's Neltuma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neltuma palmeri is used as an ornamental plant, as a forage crop, and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neltuma palmeri has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of compound leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neltuma palmeri is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and is cultivated for its edible fruits. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings and layering can also be used.
Where to Find Neltuma palmeri
Neltuma palmeri is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Neltuma palmeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neltuma palmeri?
Neltuma palmeri
What is the common name of Neltuma palmeri?
Mexican palo blanco
What is the growth habit of Neltuma palmeri?
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.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Neltuma palmeri Britton & Rose: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.