Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rheophytica
ID:
207485

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buijsen) Dasuki & Schot

Source:
ildis

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Blumea36: 201 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206814



Common Names

  • Fordia
  • Lancewood
  • Tropical Ash


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Description

Fordia rheophytica (also called Rheophytic fordia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fallow fields.

Uses & Benefits

Fordia rheophytica is used as a soil conditioner, as a fuel, and as a green manure crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, wounds, and insect bites.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fordia rheophytica has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have broad, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fordia rheophytica is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Fordia rheophytica

Fordia rheophytica is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland and montane forests.

Fordia rheophytica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fordia rheophytica?

Fordia rheophytica

What is the common name of Fordia rheophytica?

Rheophytic fordia

What is the distribution of Fordia rheophytica?

It is found in Southeast Asia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

IPNI record: 963154-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001257756
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-50186043: Originally associated with wfo-0001257756
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-50186043: Originally associated with wfo-0001257756
J.R.M. Buijsen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buijsen' in the authors string.
Anne M. Schot (b.1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schot' in the authors string.
Undang A. Dasuki (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dasuki' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963154-1: Based on the initial data import