Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
dulce
ID:
178923

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 199 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178252



Common Names

  • Pithecellobium Dulce
  • Madras Thorn
  • Manila Tamarind


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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium bertolonii Benth. [unknown]
  • Mimosa monilifera Bertol. [valid]
  • Feuilleea bertolonii (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Inga dulcis (Roxb.) Willd. [valid]
  • Inga javana DC. [valid]
  • Inga leucantha C.Presl [valid]
  • Inga pungens Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [valid]
  • Mimosa unguis-cati Blanco [unknown]
  • Mimosa dulcis Roxb. [valid]
  • Feuilleea dulcis (Roxb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Acacia obliquifolia M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Mimosa pungens Poir. [valid]
  • Pithecellobium littorale Record [unknown]
  • Albizia dulcis (Roxb.) F.Muell. [valid]
  • Inga camatchili Perr. [valid]
  • Inga lanceolata Blanco [illegitimate]
  • Pithecollobium dulce (Roxb.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Inga javanica DC. [unknown]
  • Inga nitens M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Pithecellobium littorale Britton & Rose ex Record [valid]
  • Zygia dulcis (Roxb.) A.Lyons [valid]

Description

Pithecellobium dulce (also called Manila tamarind, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central and South America. It has a short trunk and a rounded crown, with yellow flowers and long, flat, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pithecellobium dulce is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of nectar for bees, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pithecellobium dulce has small white flowers and its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pithecellobium dulce is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pithecellobium dulce

Pithecellobium dulce is native to tropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, in areas with high humidity and rainfall.

Pithecellobium dulce FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pithecellobium dulce?

Pithecellobium dulce

What is the common name of Pithecellobium dulce?

Sweet Inga

What is the growth habit of Pithecellobium dulce?

It is an erect, perennial shrub, growing up to 4 m in height

Species in the Pithecellobium genus

Pithecellobium bahamense, Pithecellobium circinale, Pithecellobium cordifolium, Pithecellobium diversifolium, Pithecellobium furcatum, Pithecellobium macrandrium, Pithecellobium peckii, Pithecellobium striolatum, Pithecellobium velutinum, Pithecellobium excelsum, Pithecellobium hymeneaefolium, Pithecellobium hystrix, Pithecellobium domingense, Pithecellobium nicoyanum, Pithecellobium dulce, Pithecellobium unguis-cati, Pithecellobium oblongum, Pithecellobium lanceolatum, Pithecellobium winzerlingii, Pithecellobium johansenii, Pithecellobium keyense, Pithecellobium bipinnatum, Pithecellobium cynodonticum, Pithecellobium histrix, Pithecellobium bahamense, Pithecellobium cochliacarpum, Pithecellobium subglobosum, Pithecellobium nicoyanum, Pithecellobium obliquifoliolatum, Pithecellobium keyense, Pithecellobium roseum, Pithecellobium hymenaeifolium,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.