Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pottingeri
ID:
201231

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.67: 286 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200560



Common Names

  • Spatholobus pottingeri
  • Pottinger's Spatholobus
  • Kudu Bean


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Synonyms

  • Spatholobus balansae Gagnep. [valid]
  • Spatholobus dimorphus Craib [valid]
  • Spatholobus spirei Gagnep. [valid]
  • Butea balansae (Gagnep.) Blatt. [valid]
  • Butea pottingeri (Prain) Blatt. [valid]
  • Butea spirei (Gagnep.) Blatt. [valid]

Description

Spatholobus pottingeri (also called 'Pottinger's Chinese Coral Tree', among many other common names) is a small deciduous tree native to China and Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk. Its leaves are pinnate, with 3-5 leaflets, and its flowers are bright pink. It is found in moist, open forests and scrublands, and is often used as an ornamental in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Spatholobus pottingeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spatholobus pottingeri is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spatholobus pottingeri is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist medium.

Where to Find Spatholobus pottingeri

Spatholobus pottingeri can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Spatholobus pottingeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spatholobus pottingeri?

Spatholobus pottingeri

What is the common name of Spatholobus pottingeri?

Chinese Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Spatholobus pottingeri?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

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