Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
inpae
ID:
169400

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.A.Rodrigues

Source:
ildis

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica5: 153 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168729

Common Names

  • Inpa Monopteryx
  • Inpa Mimosa
  • Inpa Sensitive Plant

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Description

Monopteryx inpae (also called Inpa Monopteryx, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are bipinnate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monopteryx inpae is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is used for timber, fuel, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monopteryx inpae is a small, yellow, globular head with numerous stamens. The seed is a small, black, flattened, and slightly curved legume. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets and a small, white, hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monopteryx inpae is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until roots form.

Where to Find Monopteryx inpae

Monopteryx inpae is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.

Monopteryx inpae FAQ

What is the common name of Monopteryx inpae?

Inpa Monopteryx

What is the growth rate of Monopteryx inpae?

Slow to moderate

What is the size of Monopteryx inpae?

15-20 feet tall and wide

Species in the Monopteryx genus

Species in the Fabaceae family