Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
foveolatum
ID:
204153

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dalzell) Thoth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Soc. Bengal19: 131 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203482

Common Names

  • Piliostigma foveolatum
  • Foveolatum Piliostigma
  • Piliostigma Foveolatum

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia foveolata Dalzell [valid]
  • Bauhinia lawii Benth. ex Baker [valid]

Description

Piliostigma foveolatum (also called Foveolate Piliostigma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It has yellow flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical regions. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Piliostigma foveolatum is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Piliostigma foveolatum are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are brown and flat. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piliostigma foveolatum is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Piliostigma foveolatum

Piliostigma foveolatum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Piliostigma foveolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piliostigma foveolatum?

Piliostigma foveolatum

What is the common name of Piliostigma foveolatum?

Piliostigma foveolatum

What is the natural habitat of Piliostigma foveolatum?

Dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
K. Thothathri (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thoth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:514344-1: Based on the initial data import