Droogmansia ledermannii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ledermannii
ID:
178340
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schindl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.20: 273 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177669
Common Names
- Droogmansia ledermannii
- Ledermann's Droogmansia
- Ledermann's Droogmansia Bush
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Droogmansia ledermannii (also called 'Ledermann's Cassia' and 'Ledermann's Senna', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in moist or dry forests and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Droogmansia ledermannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Droogmansia ledermannii has yellow flowers with a red center and black seeds. The seedlings have lanceolate leaves and are covered in white hairs.
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Droogmansia ledermannii is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer months. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Droogmansia ledermannii
Droogmansia ledermannii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Droogmansia ledermannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Droogmansia ledermannii?
Droogmansia ledermannii
What is the common name of Droogmansia ledermannii?
Ledermann's Droogmansia
What is the natural habitat of Droogmansia ledermannii?
Droogmansia ledermannii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Droogmansia genus
Droogmansia angolensis, Droogmansia chevalieri, Droogmansia dorae, Droogmansia elongata, Droogmansia gossweileri, Droogmansia grandiflora, Droogmansia lancifolia, Droogmansia ledermannii, Droogmansia longirhachis, Droogmansia megalantha, Droogmansia mildbraedii, Droogmansia montana, Droogmansia munamensis, Droogmansia pteropus, Droogmansia reducta, Droogmansia scaettaiana, Droogmansia sillansii, Droogmansia tenuis, Droogmansia tisserantii, Droogmansia vanderystii, Droogmansia vanmeelii, Droogmansia velutina, Droogmansia sillansiana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Droogmansia ledermannii Schindl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.