Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
floribundum
ID:
175058

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.4(Suppl.): 68 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174387

Common Names

  • M. floribundum
  • Floribund Machaerium
  • Floribund Ironwood

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Synonyms

  • Machaerium fagifolium Klotzsch [unknown]

Description

Machaerium floribundum (also called Brazilian Ironwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some shade.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerium floribundum is used as a timber tree for construction, furniture, and firewood. It is also used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Machaerium floribundum var. hypargyreum (Harms) Rudd
Machaerium floribundum var. floribundum
Machaerium floribundum var. parviflorum Benth.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Machaerium floribundum are white and tubular in shape, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerium floribundum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Machaerium floribundum

Machaerium floribundum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Machaerium floribundum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaerium floribundum?

Machaerium floribundum

What is the common name of Machaerium floribundum?

Floribund Machaerium

What is the family of Machaerium floribundum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Machaerium genus

Machaerium conzattii, Machaerium costulatum, Machaerium cuzcoense, Machaerium dubium, Machaerium eliasii, Machaerium falciforme, Machaerium froesii, Machaerium guanaiense, Machaerium hatschbachii, Machaerium huanucoense, Machaerium mutisii, Machaerium ovalifolium, Machaerium parvifolium, Machaerium penduliflorum, Machaerium piresii, Machaerium subrhombiforme, Machaerium tolimense, Machaerium uribei, Machaerium amazonense, Machaerium aristulatum, Machaerium aureiflorum, Machaerium bondaense, Machaerium cantarellianum, Machaerium capote, Machaerium caratinganum, Machaerium castaneiflorum, Machaerium caudatum, Machaerium chambersii, Machaerium chiapense, Machaerium cirrhiferum, Machaerium cobanense, Machaerium complanatum, Machaerium condensatum, Machaerium cultratum, Machaerium cuspidatum, Machaerium darienense, Machaerium debile, Machaerium declinatum, Machaerium duckeanum, Machaerium ferox, Machaerium floridum, Machaerium grandifolium, Machaerium hirtum, Machaerium hoehneanum, Machaerium inundatum, Machaerium latialatum, Machaerium latifolium, Machaerium lindenianum, Machaerium madeirense, Machaerium melanophyllum,

Species in the Fabaceae family