Lonchocarpus acuminatus

Lonchocarpus acuminatus

Overview

Lonchocarpus acuminatus is a woody legume tree or shrub in the genus Lonchocarpus, family Fabaceae, native to tropical America. It produces papilionoid flo

Lonchocarpus acuminatus is a woody legume tree or shrub in the genus Lonchocarpus, family Fabaceae, native to tropical America. It produces papilionoid flowers and elongated, flattened seed pods characteristic of the genus, growing in tropical forests and woodlands.

Taxonomy

Order Fabales
Family Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Lonchocarpus acuminatus

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does Lonchocarpus acuminatus belong to?
Lonchocarpus acuminatus (Lonchocarpus acuminatus) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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