Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pallens
ID:
183282

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 42 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182611

Common Names

  • Pallens Havardia
  • Havardia
  • Havardia pallens

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium nelsonii (Britton & Rose) Standl. [valid]
  • Pithecellobium brevifolium A.Gray [unknown]
  • Pithecellobium pallens (Benth.) Standl. [valid]
  • Havardia brevifolia (Benth.) Small [valid]
  • Calliandra pallens Benth. [valid]
  • Havardia nelsonii Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Pithecolobium brevifolium A.Gray [unknown]
  • Feuilleea brevifola (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Zygia brevifola (Benth.) Sudw. [unknown]
  • Acacia neuciana Buckley ex Benth. [invalid]
  • Pithecellobium brevifolium Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia nueciana Buckley [unknown]
  • Zygia brevifolia (Benth.) Sudw. [unknown]
  • Acacia nuceiana Buckley [unknown]

Description

Havardia pallens (also called Pale Havardia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Havardia pallens is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Havardia pallens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Havardia pallens is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Central America and is cultivated for its edible fruits. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings and layering can also be used.

Where to Find Havardia pallens

Havardia pallens is native to tropical regions of the Americas.

Havardia pallens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Havardia pallens?

Havardia pallens

What is the common name of Havardia pallens?

Mexican palo blanco

What is the growth habit of Havardia pallens?

It is a small, deciduous tree or shrub with a spreading crown.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.