Platymiscium dimorphandrum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dimorphandrum
ID:
170107
Status:
valid
Authors:
Donn.Sm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz.37: 208 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169436
Common Names
- Dimorphandrum Platymiscium
- Platymiscium Dimorphandrum
- Two-Form Platymiscium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platymiscium dimorphandrum (also called Dimorphandrum Platymiscium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Platymiscium dimorphandrum is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platymiscium dimorphandrum is yellow in color and is a small, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, hard-coated seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Platymiscium dimorphandrum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and placed in a warm, moist environment until they have rooted. Once established, it prefers a well-drained soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Platymiscium dimorphandrum
Platymiscium dimorphandrum can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Platymiscium dimorphandrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platymiscium dimorphandrum?
Platymiscium dimorphandrum
What is the natural habitat of Platymiscium dimorphandrum?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
What is the growth habit of Platymiscium dimorphandrum?
It is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a spreading crown.
Species in the Platymiscium genus
Platymiscium albertinae, Platymiscium dimorphandrum, Platymiscium lasiocarpum, Platymiscium pinnatum, Platymiscium yucatanum, Platymiscium filipes, Platymiscium floribundum, Platymiscium gracile, Platymiscium hebestachyum, Platymiscium parviflorum, Platymiscium pubescens, Platymiscium speciosum, Platymiscium stipulare, Platymiscium trifoliolatum, Platymiscium trinitatis, Platymiscium darienense, Platymiscium indicus, Platymiscium curuense, Platymiscium jejunum, Platymiscium calyptratum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Platymiscium dimorphandrum Donn.Sm.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.