Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kalkmanii
ID:
207195

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.76: 84 (1984 publ. 1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206524

Common Names

  • Archidendron kalkmanii
  • Kalkman's Archidendron
  • Kalkman's Archidendrum

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Synonyms

  • Abarema kalkmanii Kosterm. [valid]
  • Pithecellobium dewitianum Mohlenbr. [valid]

Description

Archidendron kalkmanii (also called Kalkman's Archidendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Indonesia and Malaysia, and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron kalkmanii 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 kalkmanii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron kalkmanii 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 kalkmanii

Archidendron kalkmanii 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 kalkmanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendron kalkmanii?

Archidendron kalkmanii

What is the common name of Archidendron kalkmanii?

Kalkman's Archidendron

What is the natural habitat of Archidendron kalkmanii?

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

References

André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.