Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
muricata
ID:
1411428

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Novon25: 185 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423893

Common Names

  • Parasenegalia muricata
  • Spiny Parasenegalia
  • Muricata Parasenegalia

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Description

Parasenegalia muricata (also called Prickly-broom, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Parasenegalia muricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parasenegalia muricata is a small, white to yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parasenegalia muricata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or in a container.

Where to Find Parasenegalia muricata

Parasenegalia muricata is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It can be found in the wild in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Parasenegalia muricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parasenegalia muricata?

Parasenegalia muricata

What is the common name of Parasenegalia muricata?

Muricate Parasenegalia

Where is Parasenegalia muricata native to?

South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
David Stanley Seigler (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seigler' in the authors string.
John Edwin Ebinger (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ebinger' in the authors string.