Diphysa humilis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oerst.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn1853: 13 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210421
Common Names
- Diphysa humilis
- Humilis diphysa
- Humilis shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diphysa humilis (also called Humble Diphysa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diphysa humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used to make paper and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diphysa humilis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diphysa humilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Diphysa humilis
Diphysa humilis is native to Mexico and Central America.
Diphysa humilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diphysa humilis?
Diphysa humilis
What is the common name of Diphysa humilis?
Humble Diphysa
What is the natural habitat of Diphysa humilis?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia
Species in the Diphysa genus
Diphysa macrophylla, Diphysa microphylla, Diphysa minutifolia, Diphysa occidentalis, Diphysa puberulenta, Diphysa carthagenensis, Diphysa floribunda, Diphysa spinosa, Diphysa racemosa, Diphysa suberosa, Diphysa punctata, Diphysa thurberi, Diphysa villosa, Diphysa vesicaria, Diphysa echinata, Diphysa macrocarpa, Diphysa sennoides, Diphysa americana, Diphysa humilis, Diphysa yucatanensis, Diphysa sennoides, Diphysa thurberi, Diphysa paucifoliolata, Diphysa ormocarpoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Diphysa humilis Oerst.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.