Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cebuensis
ID:
1427549

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Seid.

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Blumea58: 18 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443714

Common Names

  • Cynometra Cebuensis
  • Cebu Cynometra
  • Cebu Tree

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Description

Cynometra cebuensis (also called Cebu Cynometra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Caesalpinioideae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest, moist savanna, and dry forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra cebuensis has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a dietary supplement.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynometra cebuensis is a small, yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra cebuensis is an evergreen tree that grows to a height of 10-20 m (30-60 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a pot of moist compost.

Where to Find Cynometra cebuensis

Cynometra cebuensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in moist forests or along stream banks.

Cynometra cebuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra cebuensis?

Cynometra cebuensis

What is the family of Cynometra cebuensis?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Cynometra cebuensis?

Cebu Cynometra

Species in the Cynometra genus

Cynometra alexandri, Cynometra ananta, Cynometra brachyrrhachis, Cynometra cauliflora, Cynometra congensis, Cynometra engleri, Cynometra filifera, Cynometra gillmanii, Cynometra greenwayi, Cynometra hankei, Cynometra leonensis, Cynometra letestui, Cynometra longipedicellata, Cynometra lujae, Cynometra mannii, Cynometra megalophylla, Cynometra michelsonii, Cynometra nyangensis, Cynometra oddonii, Cynometra palustris, Cynometra pedicellata, Cynometra sanagaensis, Cynometra schlechteri, Cynometra sessiliflora, Cynometra suaheliensis, Cynometra trinitensis, Cynometra ulugurensis, Cynometra vogelii, Cynometra webberi, Cynometra duckei, Cynometra hondurensis, Cynometra longicuspis, Cynometra longifolia, Cynometra oaxacana, Cynometra portoricensis, Cynometra retusa, Cynometra schottiana, Cynometra sphaerocarpa, Cynometra stenopetala, Cynometra americana, Cynometra cubensis, Cynometra cuneata, Cynometra marginata, Cynometra parvifolia, Cynometra hostmanniana, Cynometra hemitomophylla, Cynometra bauhiniifolia, Cynometra crassifolia, Cynometra lukei, Cynometra fissicuspis,

Species in the Fabaceae family