Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revoluta
ID:
187754

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 35 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187083

Common Names

  • Revolute Painteria
  • Revolute False Rosewood
  • Revolute Rosewood

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium revolutum Rose [valid]
  • Pithecolobium revolutum Rose [unknown]

Description

Painteria revoluta (also called Revolute Painteria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a greyish-brown bark and grows up to 10 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Painteria revoluta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its timber, which is used for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Painteria revoluta has small, white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow, and pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Painteria revoluta is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Painteria revoluta

Painteria revoluta can be found in Mexico, from the states of Sonora and Chihuahua south to Oaxaca.

Painteria revoluta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Painteria revoluta?

Painteria revoluta

What is the common name of Painteria revoluta?

Revolute painteria

What is the natural habitat of Painteria revoluta?

Woodlands and scrublands

Species in the Painteria genus

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.