Gleditsia caspia - Uses, Benefits & Care
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Authors:
Desf.
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207338
Common Names
- Gleditsia Caspia
- Caspia Gleditsia
- Gleditsia Caspia Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Gleditsia caspiana Bosc ex Loudon [unknown]
Description
Gleditsia caspia (also called 'Caspian Gleditsia', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Mexico. It has a twining habit and can reach up to 10m in length. It is found in primary and secondary forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gleditsia caspia is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gleditsia caspia has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gleditsia caspia is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by sowing seeds in late spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in shallow drills and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 10-15 cm apart.
Where to Find Gleditsia caspia
Gleditsia caspia is native to parts of the United States, Mexico, and Central America.
Gleditsia caspia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gleditsia caspia?
Gleditsia caspia
What type of plant is Gleditsia caspia?
It is a tree
Where is Gleditsia caspia native to?
It is native to India
Species in the Gleditsia genus
Gleditsia amorphoides, Gleditsia triacanthos, Gleditsia texana, Gleditsia aquatica, Gleditsia japonica, Gleditsia australis, Gleditsia caspica, Gleditsia sinensis, Gleditsia microphylla, Gleditsia fera, Gleditsia rolfei, Gleditsia assamica, Gleditsia caspia, Gleditsia medogensis, Gleditsia texana, Gleditsia microphylla, Gleditsia saxatilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-53499: Based on the initial data import
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.