Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
purpureus
ID:
204711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
J.D.Hooker, Fl. Brit. India2: 194 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204040



Common Names

  • Spatholobus purpureus
  • Purple Spatholobus
  • Purple-flowered Spatholobus


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Synonyms

  • Butea purpurea (Benth. ex Baker) Blatt. [valid]

Description

Spatholobus purpureus (also called the Purple Climbing Legume, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a woody climber with pinnate leaves and purple flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Spatholobus purpureus is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make furniture, as a fuelwood, and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spatholobus purpureus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Spatholobus purpureus 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 purpureus

Spatholobus purpureus is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands.

Spatholobus purpureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spatholobus purpureus?

Spatholobus purpureus

What is the common name of Spatholobus purpureus?

Purple-flowered Spatholobus

What is the native range of Spatholobus purpureus?

India, Nepal, and Bhutan

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.