Mezoneuron andamanicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andamanicum
ID:
188043
Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
ildis
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.61: 131 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187372
Common Names
- Mezoneuron Andamanicum
- Andaman Teak
- Andaman Teakwood
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- Caesalpinia andamanica (Prain) Hattink [valid]
- Mezoneuron andamanica Prain [unknown]
- Mezoneuron kunstleri Prain [valid]
- Mezonevron kunstleri Prain [unknown]
Description
Mezoneuron andamanicum (also called 'Andaman mezoneuron', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andaman Islands. It has pinnate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Mezoneuron andamanicum is used as an ornamental plant, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mezoneuron andamanicum is a yellow-orange color and is shaped like a bell. The seed is a small, oval, brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves at the top.
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Mezoneuron andamanicum is a perennial evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the Indian Ocean. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist.
Where to Find Mezoneuron andamanicum
Mezoneuron andamanicum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Mezoneuron andamanicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mezoneuron andamanicum?
Mezoneuron andamanicum
What is the family of Mezoneuron andamanicum?
Fabaceae
Where is Mezoneuron andamanicum found?
India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar
Species in the Mezoneuron genus
Mezoneuron angolense, Mezoneuron cucullatum, Mezoneuron kauaiense, Mezoneuron andamanicum, Mezoneuron benthamianum, Mezoneuron hildebrandtii, Mezoneuron sinense, Mezoneuron hymenocarpum, Mezoneuron furfuraceum, Mezoneuron latisiliquum, Mezoneuron nhatrangense, Mezoneuron pubescens, Mezoneuron sumatranum, Mezoneuron mindorense, Mezoneuron scortechinii, Mezoneuron baudouinii, Mezoneuron nitens, Mezoneuron erythrocarpum, Mezoneuron montrouzieri, Mezoneuron brachycarpum, Mezoneuron enneaphyllum, Mezoneuron rubiginosum, Mezoneuron schlechteri, Mezoneuron ouenense,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:507166-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Mezoneuron andamanicum Prain: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.