Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tinctorius
ID:
173548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Apont.: 584 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172877



Common Names

  • Tinctorius Pterocarpus
  • Pterocarpus Tinctorius
  • Tinctorius Pterocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Lingoum tinctorium Kuntze [valid]

Description

Pterocarpus tinctorius (also called Dyer's Groundnut, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to North America. It has a short, branching stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open woods and along rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocarpus tinctorius is used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and rheumatism.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pterocarpus tinctorius var. chrysothrix (Taub.) Hauman
Pterocarpus tinctorius var. tinctorius

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocarpus tinctorius is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocarpus tinctorius can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring. Prune to shape in the late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Pterocarpus tinctorius

Pterocarpus tinctorius is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, lowland forests.

Pterocarpus tinctorius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus tinctorius?

Pterocarpus tinctorius

What type of plant is Pterocarpus tinctorius?

A tree

Where is Pterocarpus tinctorius found?

West Africa

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