Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mohlenbr.) Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.32: 230 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206515
Common Names
- Archidendron hispidum
- Hairy Archidendron
- Hairy Archidendrum
Synonyms
- Pithecellobium hispidum Mohlenbr. [valid]
Description
Archidendron hispidum (also called Hairy Archidendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to India, and is found in dry and moist savannas, grasslands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Archidendron hispidum is used as a source of timber and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Archidendron hispidum has white, fragrant flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Archidendron hispidum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.
Where to Find Archidendron hispidum
Archidendron hispidum is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, as well as in dry and wet forests.
Archidendron hispidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron hispidum?
Archidendron hispidum
What is the common name of Archidendron hispidum?
Hispid Archidendron
What is the natural habitat of Archidendron hispidum?
Tropical forests and scrublands
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