Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bourdillonii
ID:
204210

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gamble

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1908: 446 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203539



Common Names

  • Cynometra phoenicea
  • Phoenicea Cynometra
  • Phoenicea Tree


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Description

Cynometra bourdillonii (also called Bourdillon's Cynometra, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles. It has large, leathery leaves and yellow-orange flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra bourdillonii is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynometra bourdillonii has small, yellow flowers, small, round, black seeds and seedlings with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra bourdillonii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Cynometra bourdillonii

Cynometra bourdillonii is native to India.

Cynometra bourdillonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra bourdillonii?

Cynometra bourdillonii

What is the common name of Cynometra bourdillonii?

Bourdillon's cynometra

Where is Cynometra bourdillonii native to?

India

Species in the Cynometra genus

Cynometra alexandri, Cynometra ananta, Cynometra brachyrrhachis, Cynometra cauliflora, Cynometra congensis, Cynometra engleri, Cynometra filifera, Cynometra gillmanii, Cynometra greenwayi, Cynometra hankei, Cynometra leonensis, Cynometra letestui, Cynometra longipedicellata, Cynometra lujae, Cynometra mannii, Cynometra megalophylla, Cynometra michelsonii, Cynometra nyangensis, Cynometra oddonii, Cynometra palustris, Cynometra pedicellata, Cynometra sanagaensis, Cynometra schlechteri, Cynometra sessiliflora, Cynometra suaheliensis, Cynometra trinitensis, Cynometra ulugurensis, Cynometra vogelii, Cynometra webberi, Cynometra duckei, Cynometra hondurensis, Cynometra longicuspis, Cynometra longifolia, Cynometra oaxacana, Cynometra portoricensis, Cynometra retusa, Cynometra schottiana, Cynometra sphaerocarpa, Cynometra stenopetala, Cynometra americana, Cynometra cubensis, Cynometra cuneata, Cynometra marginata, Cynometra parvifolia, Cynometra hostmanniana, Cynometra hemitomophylla, Cynometra bauhiniifolia, Cynometra crassifolia, Cynometra lukei, Cynometra fissicuspis,

Species in the Fabaceae family