Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mediterranea
ID:
169045

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler & K.A.E.Prantl, Nat. Pflanzenfam.3(3): 359 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168374

Common Names

  • Mediterranean Periandra
  • Periandra mediterranea
  • Mediterranean Periandra Tree

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Synonyms

  • Glycyrrhiza mediterranea Vell. [valid]
  • Periandra dulcis Mart. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Periandra angulata Benth. [valid]
  • Periandra angustifolia Benth. [unknown]
  • Periandra mediterranea mucronata (Mart. ex Benth.) N.F.Mattos & Oliveira [unknown]
  • Periandra mucronata Benth. [unknown]
  • Periandra racemosa Benth. [valid]
  • Periandra mediterranea mediterranea [unknown]
  • Glycinopsis mediterranea Kuntze [valid]
  • Periandra mediterranea linearifoliolata N.F.Mattos & F.Oliveira [valid]
  • Periandra mediterranea microphylla N.F.Mattos & F.Oliveira [valid]
  • Periandra mediterranea mucronata (Mart. ex Benth.) N.F.Mattos & Oliveira [unknown]

Description

Periandra mediterranea (also called Mediterranean periandra, 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

Periandra mediterranea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Periandra mediterranea is a yellow inflorescence, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Periandra mediterranea 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 Periandra mediterranea

Periandra mediterranea is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Periandra mediterranea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Periandra mediterranea?

Periandra mediterranea

What is the common name of Periandra mediterranea?

Mediterranean periandra

Where is Periandra mediterranea native to?

Brazil

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.