Spatholobus merguensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
merguensis
ID:
204709
Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
ildis
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 416 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204038
Common Names
- Spatholobus merguensis
- Mergui Spatholobus
- Mergui-flowered Spatholobus
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- Butea merguensis (Prain) Blatt. [valid]
Description
Spatholobus merguensis (also called the Mergui Spatholobus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a woody climber with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Spatholobus merguensis is a medicinal plant used for treating rheumatism and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and for making paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Spatholobus merguensis is a yellow, pea-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedling is a small, round, green seedling.
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Spatholobus merguensis can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The rhizomes should be divided in spring and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Spatholobus merguensis
Spatholobus merguensis is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands.
Spatholobus merguensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spatholobus merguensis?
Spatholobus merguensis
What is the common name of Spatholobus merguensis?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Spatholobus merguensis?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Spatholobus genus
Spatholobus parviflorus, Spatholobus suberectus, Spatholobus harmandii, Spatholobus discolor, Spatholobus pulcher, Spatholobus varians, Spatholobus biauritus, Spatholobus gengmaensis, Spatholobus uniauritus, Spatholobus acuminatus, Spatholobus pottingeri, Spatholobus crassifolius, Spatholobus latistipulus, Spatholobus merguensis, Spatholobus purpureus, Spatholobus albus, Spatholobus apoensis, Spatholobus auricomus, Spatholobus auritus, Spatholobus bracteolatus, Spatholobus dubius, Spatholobus ferrugineus, Spatholobus gyrocarpus, Spatholobus hirsutus, Spatholobus latibractea, Spatholobus littoralis, Spatholobus macropterus, Spatholobus maingayi, Spatholobus multiflorus, Spatholobus oblongifolius, Spatholobus persicinus, Spatholobus ridleyi, Spatholobus sanguineus, Spatholobus viridis, Spatholobus sinensis, Spatholobus discolor, Spatholobus biauritus, Spatholobus gengmaensis, Spatholobus uniauritus,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Spatholobus merguensis Prain: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.