Neltuma yaquiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.A.Palacios) C.E.Hughes & G.P.Lewis
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2022
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 205: 185. 2022
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000040112
Common Names
- Neltuma yaquiana
- Yaquiana Neltuma
- Yaqui Neltuma
Searching for Neltuma yaquiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neltuma yaquiana (also called Yaqui Neltuma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to Mexico, that grows up to 10 m tall. It prefers humid, tropical climates and is often found in lowland rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Neltuma yaquiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neltuma yaquiana is yellow, with a long tubular corolla and five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Searching for Neltuma yaquiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neltuma yaquiana can be propagated by seeds or by division of the plant. It requires a moist, shady environment and should be grown in acidic soil. It should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly. The plant should be protected from direct sunlight and should be kept in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Where to Find Neltuma yaquiana
Neltuma yaquiana is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in the Andes Mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Neltuma yaquiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neltuma yaquiana?
Neltuma yaquiana
What is the family of Neltuma yaquiana?
Asteraceae
Where is Neltuma yaquiana native to?
Peru
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
IPNI Record: 77303767-1: Added by the Aug 2022 IPNI import.