Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saman
ID:
195559

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Merr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci.6: 47 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194888



Common Names

  • Samanea saman
  • Rain Tree
  • Monkey Pod


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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium salutare (Kunth) Benth. [valid]
  • Pithecellobium saman saman [unknown]
  • Pithecellobium saman (Jacq.) Benth. [valid]
  • Enterolobium saman (Jacq.) Prain [valid]
  • Pithecellobium saman acutifolium Benth. [unknown]
  • Acacia propinqua A.Rich. [valid]
  • Inga cinerea Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [valid]
  • Calliandra saman (Jacq.) Griseb. [valid]
  • Inga salutaris Kunth [valid]
  • Feuilleea saman (Jacq.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pithecellobium cinereum Benth. [valid]
  • Mimosa pubifera Poir. [valid]
  • Mimosa saman Jacq. [valid]
  • Albizia saman (Jacq.) Merr. [unknown]
  • Pithecolobium saman (Jacq.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Albizzia saman (Jacq.) Merr. [unknown]
  • Inga saman (Jacq.) Willd. [valid]
  • Zygia saman (Jacq.) A.Lyons [deprecated]
  • Albizia flavovirens Hoyle [valid]
  • Zygia saman (Jacq.) A.Lyons [valid]
  • Albizia saman (Jacq.) F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Samanea saman (also called Rain Tree, Saman Tree, and many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry deciduous forests to rainforests and mangroves. It typically grows up to 30 metres tall, with a trunk up to 2 metres in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Samanea saman is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin problems, and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Samanea saman is a small, yellow, pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Samanea saman is a fast-growing, semi-evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 meters. It is propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are ready to be transplanted into the ground.

Where to Find Samanea saman

Samanea saman can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Samanea saman FAQ

What is the scientific name of Samanea saman?

Samanea saman

What is the common name of Samanea saman?

Rain Tree

What is the natural habitat of Samanea saman?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:227126-2: Based on the initial data import