Status:
valid
Authors:
Mendes
Source:
ildis
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 37: 161 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170002
Common Names
- Romero's Oddoniodendron
- Romero's Tree
- Romero's Oak
Description
Oddoniodendron romeroi (also called Romero's Oddoniodendron, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and has white, hairy, and linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Oddoniodendron romeroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oddoniodendron romeroi is a small, yellow-green pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oddoniodendron romeroi can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted.
Where to Find Oddoniodendron romeroi
Oddoniodendron romeroi can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Oddoniodendron romeroi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oddoniodendron romeroi?
Oddoniodendron romeroi
What is the common name of Oddoniodendron romeroi?
Romero's Oddoniodendron
Where is Oddoniodendron romeroi found?
Oddoniodendron romeroi is found in Mexico.
Species in the Oddoniodendron genus
Species in the Fabaceae family