Pterocarpus megalocarpus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megalocarpus
ID:
173559
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.53: 474 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172888
Common Names
- Megalocarpus Pterocarpus
- Megalocarpus Wood
- Newberry's Pterocarpus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pterocarpus megalocarpus (also called Big-Fruited Groundnut, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to North America. It has a short, branching stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open woods and along rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Pterocarpus megalocarpus is used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pterocarpus megalocarpus is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterocarpus megalocarpus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring. Prune to shape in the late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Pterocarpus megalocarpus
Pterocarpus megalocarpus can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Pterocarpus megalocarpus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus megalocarpus?
Pterocarpus megalocarpus
What type of plant is Pterocarpus megalocarpus?
A tree
Where is Pterocarpus megalocarpus found?
West Africa
Species in the Pterocarpus genus
Pterocarpus mildbraedii, Pterocarpus albopubescens, Pterocarpus angolensis, Pterocarpus antunesii, Pterocarpus casteelsi, Pterocarpus claessensii, Pterocarpus erinaceus, Pterocarpus gilletii, Pterocarpus hockii, Pterocarpus homblei, Pterocarpus indicus, Pterocarpus lucens, Pterocarpus mutondo, Pterocarpus osun, Pterocarpus rotundifolius, Pterocarpus santalinoides, Pterocarpus soyauxii, Pterocarpus tessmannii, Pterocarpus tinctorius, Pterocarpus megalocarpus, Pterocarpus velutinus, Pterocarpus zenkeri, Pterocarpus marsupium, Pterocarpus dalbergioides, Pterocarpus santalinus, Pterocarpus acapulcensis, Pterocarpus amazonum, Pterocarpus macrocarpus, Pterocarpus officinalis, Pterocarpus orbiculatus, Pterocarpus rohrii, Pterocarpus ternatus, Pterocarpus villosus, Pterocarpus zehntneri, Pterocarpus amphymenium, Pterocarpus steinbachianus, Pterocarpus belizensis, Pterocarpus vidalianus, Pterocarpus monophyllus, Pterocarpus dubius, Pterocarpus dalbergioides, Pterocarpus brenanii, Pterocarpus polyanthrus, Pterocarpus michelianus,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:516510-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Pterocarpus megalocarpus Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.