Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
169030

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Pittier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Bol. Ci. Técn. Mus. Comercial Venezuela1: 18 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168359

Common Names

  • Flowery Purpleheart
  • Flowery Amendoim
  • Flowery Violetwood

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Synonyms

  • Hymenaea latifolia Hayne [valid]
  • Hymenaea floribunda Kunth [valid]
  • Peltogyne latifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Peltogyne porphyrocardia Griseb. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Trachylobium floribundum (Kunth) G.Don [valid]
  • Hymenaea obtusifolia Willd. ex Hayne [valid]

Description

Peltogyne floribunda (also called Many-flowered peltogyne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical South America, from Venezuela to Bolivia, and grows in a variety of habitats, from tropical rainforest to dry savanna.

Uses & Benefits

Peltogyne floribunda is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peltogyne floribunda is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, dark green shoot with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peltogyne floribunda is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5. The cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The tree prefers full sun and moderate to high humidity.

Where to Find Peltogyne floribunda

Peltogyne floribunda is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, from Mexico to Brazil.

Peltogyne floribunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peltogyne floribunda?

Peltogyne floribunda

What is the family of Peltogyne floribunda?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Peltogyne floribunda?

Many-flowered peltogyne

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.