Entada rheedii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
Spreng.
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186181
Common Names
- Entada rheedii
- Rheed's Sea-Bean
- Rheed's Entada
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- Entada scheffleri Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Entada rheedii (also called Sea Heart, among many other common names) is a woody climber of the Fabaceae family. It has a height of up to 20 m and is native to India. It is found in moist deciduous forests, along rivers and in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Entada rheedii is used as a medicinal plant, for its timber, and as an ornamental plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Entada rheedii sub. sinohimalensis (Grierson & D.G.Long) PanigrahiFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Entada rheedii has large, yellow flowers and the seeds are brown and flat. The seedlings are small and green.
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Entada rheedii is a perennial legume that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It should be planted in the spring or fall and can be harvested in the summer or fall.
Where to Find Entada rheedii
Entada rheedii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Entada rheedii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Entada rheedii?
Entada rheedii
What is the common name of Entada rheedii?
Rheed's Entada
What is the flowering period of Entada rheedii?
Late spring to early summer
Species in the Entada genus
Entada polyphylla, Entada polystachya, Entada rheedii, Entada phaseoloides, Entada louvelii, Entada pervillei, Entada rheedei, Entada tuberosa, Entada glandulosa, Entada tonkinensis, Entada reticulata, Entada spiralis, Entada abyssinica, Entada borneensis, Entada parvifolia, Entada africana, Entada arenaria, Entada bacillaris, Entada chrysostachys, Entada dolichorrhachis, Entada camerunensis, Entada gigas, Entada hockii, Entada leptostachya, Entada mannii, Entada mossambicensis, Entada nudiflora, Entada phaneroneura, Entada spinescens, Entada stuhlmannii, Entada wahlbergia, Entada mossamhicensis, Entada zeylanica, Entada simplicata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-32599: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.