Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
peckii
ID:
169225

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb.52: 71 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168554

Common Names

  • Peck's Leadtree
  • Pithecellobium Peckii
  • Leadtree

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium pistaciifolium Standl. [valid]
  • Pithecolobium pistaciifolium Standl. [unknown]

Description

Pithecellobium peckii (also called Peck's raintree, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Central America and Mexico. It has a dense, rounded crown and a short trunk. It grows in dry, tropical forests, and can reach heights of up to 15 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pithecellobium peckii is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae, native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pithecellobium peckii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pithecellobium peckii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Both methods require a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pithecellobium peckii

Pithecellobium peckii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Pithecellobium peckii FAQ

What is the common name of Pithecellobium peckii?

Peck's pithecellobium

What is the native range of Pithecellobium peckii?

Central and South America

What is the growth habit of Pithecellobium peckii?

It is a small tree or shrub, typically growing up to 10 m tall

Species in the Pithecellobium genus

Pithecellobium bahamense, Pithecellobium circinale, Pithecellobium cordifolium, Pithecellobium diversifolium, Pithecellobium furcatum, Pithecellobium macrandrium, Pithecellobium peckii, Pithecellobium striolatum, Pithecellobium velutinum, Pithecellobium excelsum, Pithecellobium hymeneaefolium, Pithecellobium hystrix, Pithecellobium domingense, Pithecellobium nicoyanum, Pithecellobium dulce, Pithecellobium unguis-cati, Pithecellobium oblongum, Pithecellobium lanceolatum, Pithecellobium winzerlingii, Pithecellobium johansenii, Pithecellobium keyense, Pithecellobium bipinnatum, Pithecellobium cynodonticum, Pithecellobium histrix, Pithecellobium bahamense, Pithecellobium cochliacarpum, Pithecellobium subglobosum, Pithecellobium nicoyanum, Pithecellobium obliquifoliolatum, Pithecellobium keyense, Pithecellobium roseum, Pithecellobium hymenaeifolium,

Species in the Fabaceae family