Pseudalbizzia burkartiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burkartiana
ID:
1575614
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Barneby & J.W.Grimes) E.J.M.Koenen & Duno
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2022
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 205: 391. 2022
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000040146
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudalbizzia burkartiana (also called 'Burkart's Pseudalbizzia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It typically grows up to 5-10 m in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 20 cm. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in wet montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudalbizzia burkartiana is used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its wood, which is used for furniture and construction. Its leaves and fruits are also edible.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudalbizzia burkartiana has small, yellow flowers and produces small, brown seeds. The seedlings are small and green.
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Pseudalbizzia burkartiana can be propagated by division or by spores. The plant should be grown in a moist, shady environment and should be kept in temperatures between 60 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The soil should be well-draining and rich in organic matter. Fertilize the plant regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Pseudalbizzia burkartiana
Pseudalbizzia burkartiana can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Peru, and Venezuela.
Pseudalbizzia burkartiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudalbizzia burkartiana?
Pseudalbizzia burkartiana
What is the common name of Pseudalbizzia burkartiana?
Burkart's false albizia
What is the natural habitat of Pseudalbizzia burkartiana?
It is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay and is found in dry, open, and disturbed habitats.
Species in the Pseudalbizzia genus
Pseudalbizzia adinocephala, Pseudalbizzia barinensis, Pseudalbizzia buntingii, Pseudalbizzia burkartiana, Pseudalbizzia coripatensis, Pseudalbizzia decandra, Pseudalbizzia edwallii, Pseudalbizzia glabripetala, Pseudalbizzia inundata, Pseudalbizzia multiflora, Pseudalbizzia niopoides, Pseudalbizzia pistaciifolia, Pseudalbizzia polycephala, Pseudalbizzia sinaloensis, Pseudalbizzia subdimidiata, Pseudalbizzia tomentosa, Pseudalbizzia berteroana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
IPNI Record: 77303808-1: Added by the Aug 2022 IPNI import.