Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods27: 13 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169328
Common Names
- Black-leaf Machaerium
- Black-leaf Leatherwood
- Black-leaf False Acacia
Description
Machaerium melanophyllum (also called Guayacan, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Machaerium melanophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Machaerium melanophyllum is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Machaerium melanophyllum is a small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Machaerium melanophyllum
Machaerium melanophyllum is found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.
Machaerium melanophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Machaerium melanophyllum?
Machaerium melanophyllum
What is the common name of Machaerium melanophyllum?
Melanophyllum
Where is Machaerium melanophyllum found?
Central and South America
Species in the Machaerium genus
Machaerium conzattii,
Machaerium costulatum,
Machaerium cuzcoense,
Machaerium dubium,
Machaerium eliasii,
Machaerium falciforme,
Machaerium froesii,
Machaerium guanaiense,
Machaerium hatschbachii,
Machaerium huanucoense,
Machaerium mutisii,
Machaerium ovalifolium,
Machaerium parvifolium,
Machaerium penduliflorum,
Machaerium piresii,
Machaerium subrhombiforme,
Machaerium tolimense,
Machaerium uribei,
Machaerium amazonense,
Machaerium aristulatum,
Machaerium aureiflorum,
Machaerium bondaense,
Machaerium cantarellianum,
Machaerium capote,
Machaerium caratinganum,
Machaerium castaneiflorum,
Machaerium caudatum,
Machaerium chambersii,
Machaerium chiapense,
Machaerium cirrhiferum,
Machaerium cobanense,
Machaerium complanatum,
Machaerium condensatum,
Machaerium cultratum,
Machaerium cuspidatum,
Machaerium darienense,
Machaerium debile,
Machaerium declinatum,
Machaerium duckeanum,
Machaerium ferox,
Machaerium floridum,
Machaerium grandifolium,
Machaerium hirtum,
Machaerium hoehneanum,
Machaerium inundatum,
Machaerium latialatum,
Machaerium latifolium,
Machaerium lindenianum,
Machaerium madeirense,
Machaerium melanophyllum,
Species in the Fabaceae family