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Pithecellobium Bahamense
''Pithecellobium'' is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae. The generic name is derived from the Greek words πίθηκος (''pithêkos''), meaning "ape" or "monkey," and ἐλλόβιον (''ellobion''), meaning "earring," which refers to the coiled shape of the fruit pods. Plants of the genus are known generally as blackbeads. Species There are about 75 species in the genus: The Plant List. * '' Pithecellobium albicaule'' Britton & Rose * '' Pithecellobium bahamense'' Northr. * '' |
Pithecellobium Keyense
''Pithecellobium keyense'', commonly called Florida Keys blackbead, is a species of flowering plant in the legume family (Fabaceae). It is native to the West Indies of North America, where it found in The Bahamas, Belize, Cuba, the Mexican states of Quintana Roo and Yucatan, and the U.S. state of Florida. It typically grows over sand and limestone substrates, often near coastal areas.''Pithecellobium keyense'' Leon Levy Native Plant PreserveFlorida Keys blackbead The Institute for Regional Conservation It is a common species throughout much of its range. ''Pithecellobium keyense'' is a shrub or sma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
