Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kosterm.) I.C.Nielsen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.76: 70 (1984 publ. 1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206663
Common Names
- Archidendron trichophyllum
- Archidendron
- Trichophyllum
Synonyms
- Pithecellobium trichophyllum Kosterm. [valid]
- Abarema trichophylla (Kosterm.) Kosterm. [valid]
Description
Archidendron trichophyllum (also called Hairy 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 trichophyllum 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
The flower of Archidendron trichophyllum is yellow, fragrant, and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a brown, flat, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with a long stem and small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Archidendron trichophyllum 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 trichophyllum
Archidendron trichophyllum can be found in tropical areas of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Archidendron trichophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron trichophyllum?
Archidendron trichophyllum
What is the common name of Archidendron trichophyllum?
Trichophyllum
Where is Archidendron trichophyllum found?
Southeast Asia
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