Platymiscium pubescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
174900
Status:
valid
Authors:
Micheli
Source:
ildis
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn1875: 101 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174229
Common Names
- Platymiscium pubescens
- Hairy Platymiscium
- Hairy Yatay Palm
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Platymiscium pubescens (also called Platymiscium pubescens, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Platymiscium pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and other items. The leaves can be used as a tea or as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Platymiscium pubescens sub. zehntneri (Harms) Klitg.Platymiscium pubescens sub. pubescens
Platymiscium pubescens sub. fragrans (Rusby) Klitg.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platymiscium pubescens is white or yellowish-white in color and has a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like shape. The seedlings are slender, with a single pair of leaves.
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Platymiscium pubescens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist until established.
Where to Find Platymiscium pubescens
Platymiscium pubescens can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.
Platymiscium pubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platymiscium pubescens?
Platymiscium pubescens
What are the common names of Platymiscium pubescens?
Hairy platymiscium, Hairy platymiscium
What is the habitat of Platymiscium pubescens?
It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests and disturbed areas in Central and South America
Species in the Platymiscium genus
Platymiscium albertinae, Platymiscium dimorphandrum, Platymiscium lasiocarpum, Platymiscium pinnatum, Platymiscium yucatanum, Platymiscium filipes, Platymiscium floribundum, Platymiscium gracile, Platymiscium hebestachyum, Platymiscium parviflorum, Platymiscium pubescens, Platymiscium speciosum, Platymiscium stipulare, Platymiscium trifoliolatum, Platymiscium trinitatis, Platymiscium darienense, Platymiscium indicus, Platymiscium curuense, Platymiscium jejunum, Platymiscium calyptratum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Marc Micheli (1844-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Micheli' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Platymiscium pubescens Micheli: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.