Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kaneh.) I.C.Nielsen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.76: 43 (1984 publ. 1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206607
Common Names
- Archidendron palauense
- Palauense Archidendron
- Palau Yellow Senna
Synonyms
- Acacia laxiflora DC. [valid]
- Pithecellobium laxiflorum (DC.) Benth. [valid]
- Pithecellobium papuanum Scheff. [deprecated]
- Pithecellobium palauense Kaneh. [valid]
- Feuilleea laxiflora (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
- Abarema laxiflora (DC.) Kosterm. [valid]
- Albizia papuana (Scheff.) F.Muell. [valid]
- Pithecellobium palauense Hosok. [illegitimate]
- Pithecellobium papuanum Scheff. [valid]
Description
Archidendron palauense (also called Palau Ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It grows to a height of 10–15 m (33–49 ft) and has white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Archidendron palauense is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a source of timber and fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Archidendron palauense has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval in shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Archidendron palauense is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Palau. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring, while cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Archidendron palauense
Archidendron palauense is native to the Pacific Islands, from the Mariana Islands to the Marshall Islands.
Archidendron palauense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron palauense?
Archidendron palauense
What are the common names of Archidendron palauense?
Mountain Tamarind, Mountain Tamarind Tree
What is the growth habit of Archidendron palauense?
It is a medium-sized tree with a spreading crown
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