Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
citrina
ID:
171968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler & K.A.E.Prantl, Nat. Pflanzenfam.3(3): 386 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171297

Common Names

  • Zenkerella
  • Citrina
  • Lemon Ebony

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Synonyms

  • Cynometra citrina (Taub.) Harms [valid]
  • Cynometra leptoclada Harms [valid]
  • Cynometra pauciflora (Harms) Harms [valid]
  • Hymenostegia parviflora Kuntze [valid]
  • Zenkerella pauciflora Harms [valid]

Description

Zenkerella citrina (also called Citrine Zenkerella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in the Amazon basin and the Guianas. It grows in wet, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zenkerella citrina is used as a medicinal plant, for erosion control, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zenkerella citrina is yellow, with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single stem and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zenkerella citrina is a small, evergreen tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Central and South America. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle. The tree should be grown in full sun and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Zenkerella citrina

Zenkerella citrina is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Zenkerella citrina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zenkerella citrina?

Zenkerella citrina

What is the common name of Zenkerella citrina?

Citrine Zenkerella

Where is Zenkerella citrina native to?

Mexico

Species in the Fabaceae family