Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lucidum
ID:
192709

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192038

Common Names

  • Lustrous Archidendron
  • Lustrous Tree
  • Archidendron Lucidum

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Synonyms

  • Abarema lucida (Benth.) Kosterm. [valid]
  • Pithecellobium lucidum Benth. [valid]
  • Albizia championii Benth. [valid]
  • Feuilleea championii (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Archidendron lucidum (also called Shining Archidendron, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron lucidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archidendron lucidum has yellow-orange flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have short, thick stems and small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron lucidum is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 20 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Archidendron lucidum

Archidendron lucidum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Archidendron lucidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendron lucidum?

Archidendron lucidum

What is the common name of Archidendron lucidum?

Shining Archidendron

What is the habitat of Archidendron lucidum?

Dry, open forests

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.