Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pulcherrimum
ID:
164739

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Hochr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard.6: 274 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164068

Common Names

  • Candelilla
  • Candelilla Espinosa
  • Candelilla Espinosa Rojo

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Synonyms

  • Stryphnodendron floribundum Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia pulcherrima Willd. [valid]
  • Mimosa pulcherrima (Willd.) Poir. [valid]
  • Stryphnodendron angustum Benth. [valid]
  • Stryphnodendron melinonis Sagot [valid]
  • Piptadenia cobi Rizzini & A.Mattos [valid]
  • Piptadenia foliolosa Benth. [valid]
  • Stryphnodendron guianense floribundum (Benth.) Ducke [valid]

Description

Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum (also called Beautiful Stryphnodendron, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has yellow-green flowers and grows in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum

Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum?

Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum

What is the family of Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Stryphnodendron pulcherrimum?

Beautiful Stryphnodendron

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.