Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paucifolia
ID:
195540

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Lavin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr.37: 69 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194869

Common Names

  • Poitea paucifolia
  • Paucifolia Poitea
  • Few-leaved Poitea

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Synonyms

  • Corynella paucifolia DC. [valid]
  • Robinia domingensis Spreng. ex DC. [valid]
  • Corynitis domingensis Spreng. [valid]
  • Corynitis paucifolia Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Poitea paucifolia (also called Few-Leaved Poitea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a spreading, multi-stemmed habit and pinnate leaves with small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Poitea paucifolia is used as a source of timber, fuel, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poitea paucifolia is a small, yellow, pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poitea paucifolia is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to the desired spacing. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Poitea paucifolia

Poitea paucifolia can be found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

Poitea paucifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poitea paucifolia?

Poitea paucifolia

What are the common names of Poitea paucifolia?

Few-leaved Poitea

What is the natural habitat of Poitea paucifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Matt Lavin (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavin' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.