Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pinnatum
ID:
170114

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Dugand

Source:
ildis

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Contr. Hist. Nat. Colomb.1: 11 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169443

Common Names

  • Pinnate Platymiscium
  • Cascade Platymiscium
  • Amazonian Platymiscium

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Synonyms

  • Platymiscium polystachyum Benth. [unknown]
  • Amerimnon pinnatum Jacq. [valid]

Description

Platymiscium pinnatum (also called Pinnate-leaved 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 pinnatum is an evergreen tree that is often used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks. The wood of the tree is used for timber and fuelwood. The bark of the tree is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Platymiscium pinnatum var. pinnatum
Platymiscium pinnatum var. diadelphum (S.F.Blake) Klitg.
Platymiscium pinnatum var. ulei (Harms) Klitg.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platymiscium pinnatum is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower with a short, curved corolla tube. The seed of Platymiscium pinnatum is a small, black, oblong seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings of Platymiscium pinnatum are small, green, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platymiscium pinnatum 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 pinnatum

Platymiscium pinnatum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Platymiscium pinnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platymiscium pinnatum?

Platymiscium pinnatum

What is the common name of Platymiscium pinnatum?

Pinnate Platymiscium

What is the natural habitat of Platymiscium pinnatum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Armando Dugand (1906-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dugand' in the authors string.