Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kosterm.) I.C.Nielsen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.76: 63 (1984 publ. 1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206528
Common Names
- Archidendron kinabaluense
- Kinabalu Archidendron
- Kinabalu Archidendrum
Synonyms
- Pithecellobium kinabaluense Kosterm. [valid]
- Abarema kinabaluensis (Kosterm.) Kosterm. [valid]
Description
Archidendron kinabaluense (also called Kinabalu 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 kinabaluense 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 kinabaluense 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 kinabaluense 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 kinabaluense
Archidendron kinabaluense is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, as well as in dry and wet forests.
Archidendron kinabaluense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron kinabaluense?
Archidendron kinabaluense
What is the common name of Archidendron kinabaluense?
Kinabalu Archidendron
What is the natural habitat of Archidendron kinabaluense?
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