Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cucullatum
ID:
170283

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
R.Wight, Cat. Ind. Pl.: 37 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169612

Common Names

  • Mezoneuron cucullatum
  • Cucullatum Mezoneuron
  • Cucullatum Tree

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Synonyms

  • Caesalpinia cucullata Roxb. [valid]
  • Mezoneurum cucullatum (Roxb.) Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Mezoneuron cucullatum robustum Craib [valid]
  • Mezoneuron cucullatum grande B.Heyne ex Baker [valid]
  • Mezoneuron macrophyllum Benth. ex Miq. [valid]
  • Mezonevron macrophyllum Benth. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Mezonevron grande B.Heyne ex Wall. [invalid]
  • Caesalpinia wynaadensis B.Heyne ex Wall. [invalid]
  • Mezonevron cucullatum (Roxb.) Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Caesalpinia monosperma Buch.-Ham. ex Wall. [invalid]

Description

Mezoneuron cucullatum (also called Hooded Mezoneuron, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It has pinnate leaves, white flowers, and fruits with a single seed. It is found in moist and wet forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Mezoneuron cucullatum is used as an ornamental plant and as a cover crop to protect soil from erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mezoneuron cucullatum is a yellow-orange color with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mezoneuron cucullatum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but prefers regular watering. Propagation is by division or cuttings, which should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Mezoneuron cucullatum

Mezoneuron cucullatum can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Mezoneuron cucullatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mezoneuron cucullatum?

Mezoneuron cucullatum

What is the common name of Mezoneuron cucullatum?

Hooded Mezoneuron

What is the family of Mezoneuron cucullatum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:507176-1: Based on the initial data import