Status:
valid
Authors:
Pulle
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea8: 269 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206617
Common Names
- Archidendron parviflorum
- Parvifloral Archidendron
- Small-flowered Yellow Senna
Description
Archidendron parviflorum (also called 'Small-flowered Archidendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub or tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry forests to wet forests, in tropical and subtropical climates.
Uses & Benefits
Archidendron parviflorum is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of timber. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Archidendron parviflorum var. parviflorum
Archidendron parviflorum var. longipes de Wit
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Archidendron parviflorum 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 parviflorum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 50 feet. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems.
Where to Find Archidendron parviflorum
Archidendron parviflorum is native to Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.
Archidendron parviflorum FAQ
What is the common name of Archidendron parviflorum?
Parviflorous archidendron
What is the natural habitat of Archidendron parviflorum?
It is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
What is the growth habit of Archidendron parviflorum?
It is a large shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 m (50 ft) tall
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