Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
indicus
ID:
173409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 3: 904 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172738



Common Names

  • Pterocarpus
  • Indian Kino Tree
  • Narra


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Synonyms

  • Pterocarpus echinatus Pers. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus carolinensis Kaneh. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus indica Willd. [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus wallichii Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus zollingeri Miq. [valid]
  • Lingoum indicum Kuntze [valid]
  • Pterocarpus flavus Lour. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus papuanus F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Lingoum saxatile Rumph. [unknown]
  • Lingoum rubrum Rumph. [unknown]
  • Lingoum echinatum (Pers.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pterocarpus pallidus Blanco [valid]
  • Pterocarpus blancoi Merr. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus pubescens Merr. [illegitimate]
  • Pterocarpus echinata Pers. [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus obtusatus Miq. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus klemmei Merr. [valid]
  • Malaparius flavus (Lour.) Miq. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus luteus Poir. [illegitimate]
  • Pterocarpus saxatilis hort. ex Backer [invalid]
  • Echinodiscus echinatus (Pers.) Miq. [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus papuana F.Muell. [valid]
  • Lingoum wallichii Pierre [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus casteelsii ealaensis Hauman [valid]
  • Pterocarpus indicus echinatus (Pers.) Rojo [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus santalinus Blanco [illegitimate]

Description

Pterocarpus indicus (also called Indian Pterocarpus, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 25 meters tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands, savannas, and dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocarpus indicus is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocarpus indicus is a yellow-orange, five-petalled bloom. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped bean. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocarpus indicus is a tropical tree native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Pterocarpus indicus

Pterocarpus indicus can be found in tropical regions of Africa, particularly in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Pterocarpus indicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus indicus?

Pterocarpus indicus

What are the common names of Pterocarpus indicus?

Common names of Pterocarpus indicus include Indian milkvetch and Indian locoweed.

Where is Pterocarpus indicus found?

Pterocarpus indicus is found in western North America, from British Columbia to California.

Species in the Pterocarpus genus

Pterocarpus mildbraedii, Pterocarpus albopubescens, Pterocarpus angolensis, Pterocarpus antunesii, Pterocarpus casteelsi, Pterocarpus claessensii, Pterocarpus erinaceus, Pterocarpus gilletii, Pterocarpus hockii, Pterocarpus homblei, Pterocarpus indicus, Pterocarpus lucens, Pterocarpus mutondo, Pterocarpus osun, Pterocarpus rotundifolius, Pterocarpus santalinoides, Pterocarpus soyauxii, Pterocarpus tessmannii, Pterocarpus tinctorius, Pterocarpus megalocarpus, Pterocarpus velutinus, Pterocarpus zenkeri, Pterocarpus marsupium, Pterocarpus dalbergioides, Pterocarpus santalinus, Pterocarpus acapulcensis, Pterocarpus amazonum, Pterocarpus macrocarpus, Pterocarpus officinalis, Pterocarpus orbiculatus, Pterocarpus rohrii, Pterocarpus ternatus, Pterocarpus villosus, Pterocarpus zehntneri, Pterocarpus amphymenium, Pterocarpus steinbachianus, Pterocarpus belizensis, Pterocarpus vidalianus, Pterocarpus monophyllus, Pterocarpus dubius, Pterocarpus dalbergioides, Pterocarpus brenanii, Pterocarpus polyanthrus, Pterocarpus michelianus,

Species in the Fabaceae family