Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
stephanii
ID:
170618

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) J.Léonard

Source:
ildis

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles21: 429 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169947

Common Names

  • Stephan's Neochevalierodendron
  • Stephanii Neochevalierodendron
  • Stephanii Neochevalierodendron

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Synonyms

  • Hymenostegia stephanii (A.Chev.) Baker f. [deprecated]
  • Macrolobium stephanii A.Chev. [valid]
  • Hymenostegia stephanii Baker f. [valid]

Description

Neochevalierodendron stephanii (also called Stephan's Neochevalierodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Neochevalierodendron stephanii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, fever, and diarrhea. It is also used as a tonic to improve overall health and vitality.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neochevalierodendron stephanii flowers are white and bell-shaped, with a long, slender calyx. Its seeds are small, black, and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neochevalierodendron stephanii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Neochevalierodendron stephanii

Neochevalierodendron stephanii is native to the southwestern United States, from California to Texas. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open areas.

Neochevalierodendron stephanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neochevalierodendron stephanii?

Neochevalierodendron stephanii

What is the common name of Neochevalierodendron stephanii?

Stephanii's milkvetch

What is the habitat of Neochevalierodendron stephanii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States.

Species in the Neochevalierodendron genus

Species in the Fabaceae family