Hammatolobium kremerianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kremerianum
ID:
206629
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Coss.) Müll.Berol.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
W.G.Walpers, Ann. Bot. Syst.7: 744 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205958
Common Names
- Kremer's Hammatolobium
- Kremer's Rosewood
- Hammatolobium kremerianum
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- Tripodion kremerianum (Coss.) Lassen [unknown]
- Hammatolobium ludovicia Batt. [illegitimate]
- Ludovicia kremeriana Coss. [unknown]
Description
Hammatolobium kremerianum (also called Kremer's Hammatolobium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a medium-sized shrub, growing up to 1-2 m tall. It is native to the islands of Borneo and the Philippines, and is found in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hammatolobium kremerianum is used as an ornamental plant and for timber. The timber is used for making furniture, tool handles, and other items. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock. The bark is used for tanning leather and dyeing clothes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hammatolobium kremerianum has yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Hammatolobium kremerianum is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Hammatolobium kremerianum
Hammatolobium kremerianum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Hammatolobium kremerianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hammatolobium kremerianum?
Hammatolobium kremerianum
Where is Hammatolobium kremerianum found?
It is found in Southeast Asia.
What is the common name of Hammatolobium kremerianum?
It is commonly known as the Kremer's Hammatolobium.
Species in the Hammatolobium genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:497268-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Hammatolobium kremerianum (Coss.) Müll.Berol.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.