Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
195500

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guill. & Perr.) Brenan

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Taxon9: 194 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194829



Common Names

  • Sweet-Scented Erythrophleum
  • Sweet-Scented
  • Sweet-Scented Ironwood


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Synonyms

  • Erythrophleum guineense G.Don [valid]
  • Fillaea suaveolens Guill. & Perr. [valid]
  • Mavia judicialis G.Bertol. [valid]
  • Mavia judicia Walp. [invalid]
  • Afzelia grandis hort. ex Loudon [unknown]
  • Erythrophleum judiciale Proctor [valid]
  • Erythrophleum ordale Bolle [valid]

Description

Erythrophleum suaveolens (also called Sweet-scented Erythrophleum, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to India. It grows up to 25 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in moist, humid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrophleum suaveolens is used as a source of timber, fuel, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, in clusters of 2-3. Seed: small, black, flattened. Seedlings: have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrophleum suaveolens is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be planted out in the open when they are about 30 cm tall. The tree can also be propagated by cuttings taken from mature trees.

Where to Find Erythrophleum suaveolens

Erythrophleum suaveolens is native to Africa and can be found in tropical climates.

Erythrophleum suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrophleum suaveolens?

Erythrophleum suaveolens

What is the common name of Erythrophleum suaveolens?

Sweet-smelling Erythrophleum

What is the family of Erythrophleum suaveolens?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.