Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
scutiferum
ID:
207313

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blanco) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.76: 46 (1984 publ. 1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206642

Common Names

  • Archidendron scutiferum
  • Scutiferous Archidendron
  • Scutiferous Albizia

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa scutifera Blanco [valid]
  • Pithecellobium scutiferum (Blanco) Benth. [valid]
  • Abarema scutifera (Blanco) Kosterm. [valid]

Description

Archidendron scutiferum (also called 'Scutiferous 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 scutiferum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archidendron scutiferum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron scutiferum is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or summer, and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Archidendron scutiferum

Archidendron scutiferum is native to Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Archidendron scutiferum FAQ

What is the common name of Archidendron scutiferum?

Scutiferous archidendron

What is the natural habitat of Archidendron scutiferum?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

What is the growth habit of Archidendron scutiferum?

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

References

Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.