Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
conspicuum
ID:
200460

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Craib) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 19: 29 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199789

Common Names

  • Archidendron Conspicuum
  • Conspicuum Archidendron
  • Archidendron

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium conspicuum Craib [valid]

Description

Archidendron conspicuum (also called 'Conspicuous Archidendron', among many other common names) is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It can reach heights of up to 15 meters and has a wide, spreading crown. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open forests, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron conspicuum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Archidendron conspicuum are small and yellow, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a greyish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron conspicuum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Archidendron conspicuum

Archidendron conspicuum can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Archidendron conspicuum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendron conspicuum?

Archidendron conspicuum

What is the common name of Archidendron conspicuum?

Conspicuous archidendron

What is the natural habitat of Archidendron conspicuum?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Archidendron genus

Archidendron microcarpum, Archidendron bigeminum, Archidendron clypearia, Archidendron vaillantii, Archidendron pauciflorum, Archidendron hendersonii, Archidendron hirsutum, Archidendron lucyi, Archidendron muellerianum, Archidendron lovelliae, Archidendron whitei, Archidendron ramiflorum, Archidendron grandiflorum, Archidendron lucidum, Archidendron eberhardtii, Archidendron balansae, Archidendron alternifoliolatum, Archidendron turgidum, Archidendron chevalieri, Archidendron tonkinense, Archidendron robinsonii, Archidendron dalatense, Archidendron kerrii, Archidendron utile, Archidendron baucheri, Archidendron bubalinum, Archidendron conspicuum, Archidendron contortum, Archidendron cordifolium, Archidendron ellipticum, Archidendron glomeriflorum, Archidendron jiringa, Archidendron laoticum, Archidendron occultatum, Archidendron pellitum, Archidendron poilanei, Archidendron quocense, Archidendron tetraphyllum, Archidendron globosum, Archidendron arborescens, Archidendron alatum, Archidendron apoense, Archidendron aruense, Archidendron beguinii, Archidendron bellum, Archidendron borneense, Archidendron brachycarpum, Archidendron brevicalyx, Archidendron brevipes, Archidendron calliandrum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.