Paloue fanshawei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.S.Cowan) Redden
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot.109: 15 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444042
Common Names
- Paloue fanshawei
- Fanshawe's Paloue
- Fanshawe Paloue
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paloue fanshawei (also called 'Fanshawe's Paloue', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is found in humid, lowland forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Paloue fanshawei is used as an ornamental plant, and is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Paloue fanshawei are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Paloue fanshawei can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-draining soil.
Where to Find Paloue fanshawei
Paloue fanshawei can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Paloue fanshawei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paloue fanshawei?
Paloue fanshawei
What is the common name of Paloue fanshawei?
Fanshawei
What is the natural habitat of Paloue fanshawei?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Paloue genus
Paloue brasiliensis, Paloue induta, Paloue guianensis, Paloue riparia, Paloue sandwithii, Paloue bicolor, Paloue coccinea, Paloue duckei, Paloue durissima, Paloue emarginata, Paloue fanshawei, Paloue leiogyne, Paloue macrostachya, Paloue paraensis, Paloue princeps, Paloue speciosa, Paloue grahamiae,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Karen M. Redden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Redden' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Paloue fanshawei (R.S.Cowan) Redden: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.