Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leucoxylon
ID:
1282281

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barneby & J.W.Grimes) Luckow & R.W.Jobson

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.32: 573 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281619

Common Names

  • Pityrocarpa leucoxylon
  • Pityrocarpa leucoxylon
  • Pityrocarpa leucoxylon

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Description

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon (also called white-wooded pityrocarpa, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used as a dietary supplement to boost the immune system and improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in moist, well-drained soil. Cultivation of Pityrocarpa leucoxylon requires full sun and moist soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pityrocarpa leucoxylon

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pityrocarpa leucoxylon?

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon

What type of plant is Pityrocarpa leucoxylon?

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon is a type of shrub

What is the natural habitat of Pityrocarpa leucoxylon?

Pityrocarpa leucoxylon is native to temperate regions of South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Melissa Ann Luckow (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luckow' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
Richard W. Jobson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.W.Jobson' in the authors string.