Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramiflora
ID:
193539

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 382 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192868

Common Names

  • Cynometra ramiflora
  • Ramiflora Cynometra
  • Ramiflora Tree

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Synonyms

  • Cynometra bijuga Span. [unknown]
  • Cynometra ramiflora mimosoides Wall. [unknown]
  • Maniltoa carolinensis (Kaneh.) Hosok. [unknown]
  • Cynometra ramiflora genuina Prain [invalid]
  • Cymorium sylvestre Rumph. [unknown]
  • Cynometra polyandra sensu Miq., non Roxb. [deprecated]
  • Trachylobium verrucosum sensu Engl., non Gaertn. [deprecated]
  • Cynometra schumannia Harms [unknown]
  • Cynometra carolinensis glabrescens Kaneh. [unknown]
  • Cynometra neo-caladonica Guill. [unknown]

Description

Cynometra ramiflora (also called ramiflorous cynometra, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry open areas, scrubland, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra ramiflora is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cynometra ramiflora var. bifoliolata (Merr.) Meeuwen
Cynometra ramiflora var. ramiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynometra ramiflora has small yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra ramiflora is a tropical tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall.

Where to Find Cynometra ramiflora

Cynometra ramiflora can be found in New Zealand, particularly in the Canterbury and Otago regions.

Cynometra ramiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra ramiflora?

Cynometra ramiflora

What is the common name of Cynometra ramiflora?

Ramiflora

What is the natural habitat of Cynometra ramiflora?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils

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