Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.F.Macbr.) I.C.Nielsen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.76: 48 (1984 publ. 1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206556
Common Names
- Archidendron merrillii
- Merrill's Archidendron
- Merrill's Archidendrum
Synonyms
- Pithecellobium merrillii J.F.Macbr. [valid]
- Pithecellobium multiflorum Merr. [illegitimate]
- Abarema multiflora (Merr.) Kosterm. [valid]
- Pithecellobium platycarpum Merr. [valid]
- Paralbizzia platycarpa (Merr.) Kosterm. [valid]
Description
Archidendron merrillii (also called Merrill'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 merrillii 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 merrillii has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm long. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Archidendron merrillii is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and placed in a warm, moist environment until they root.
Where to Find Archidendron merrillii
Archidendron merrillii can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru.
Archidendron merrillii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron merrillii?
Archidendron merrillii
What is the common name of Archidendron merrillii?
Merrill's Archidendron
What is the natural habitat of Archidendron merrillii?
Tropical rainforests
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