Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
augustii
ID:
185528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem7: 503 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184857

Common Names

  • Phaseolus Augustii
  • August's Phaseolus
  • Phaseolus

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Synonyms

  • Phaseolus bolivianus Piper [valid]

Description

Phaseolus augustii (also called August's Phaseolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Phaseolus augustii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phaseolus augustii has yellow flowers with white centers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaseolus augustii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Phaseolus augustii

Phaseolus augustii can be found in the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, USA.

Phaseolus augustii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaseolus augustii?

Phaseolus augustii

Where is Phaseolus augustii found?

Phaseolus augustii is found in the Caribbean.

What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus augustii?

Phaseolus augustii is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Species in the Phaseolus genus

Phaseolus amblyosepalus, Phaseolus glabellus, Phaseolus oaxacanus, Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides, Phaseolus parvulus, Phaseolus sonorensis, Phaseolus tuerckheimii, Phaseolus xanthotrichus, Phaseolus maculatus, Phaseolus acutifolius, Phaseolus angustissimus, Phaseolus filiformis, Phaseolus micranthus, Phaseolus microcarpus, Phaseolus pedicellatus, Phaseolus polymorphus, Phaseolus polystachios, Phaseolus nelsonii, Phaseolus vulcanicus, Phaseolus leptostachyus, Phaseolus sinuatus, Phaseolus coccineus, Phaseolus lunatus, Phaseolus massaiensis, Phaseolus vulgaris, Phaseolus plagiocylix, Phaseolus augustii, Phaseolus viridis, Phaseolus rosei, Phaseolus oligospermus, Phaseolus carterae, Phaseolus lignosus, Phaseolus texensis, Phaseolus hygrophilus, Phaseolus amabilis, Phaseolus atomifer, Phaseolus chiapasanus, Phaseolus esperanzae, Phaseolus harmsianus, Phaseolus jaliscanus, Phaseolus macrolepis, Phaseolus neglectus, Phaseolus ovatifolius, Phaseolus pulchellus, Phaseolus salicifolius, Phaseolus tenellus, Phaseolus venosus, Phaseolus dumosus, Phaseolus leptophyllus, Phaseolus mollis,

Species in the Fabaceae family