Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sanguineus
ID:
207905

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot.7: 3087 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207234



Common Names

  • Spatholobus Sanguineus
  • Blood-red Spatholobus
  • Blood-red Climbing Plant


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Synonyms

  • Butea sanguineus (Elmer) Blatt. [unknown]
  • Butea sanguinea (Elmer) Blatt. [unknown]

Description

Spatholobus sanguineus (also called Blood-red Climbing Shrub, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Spatholobus sanguineus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spatholobus sanguineus is a yellow-orange color and is about 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape with a length of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spatholobus sanguineus is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take 3-4 inch cuttings from the stem and place them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Spatholobus sanguineus

Spatholobus sanguineus can be found in the Philippines and Malaysia.

Spatholobus sanguineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spatholobus sanguineus?

Spatholobus sanguineus

What is the common name of Spatholobus sanguineus?

Blood-red Spatholobus

What is the family of Spatholobus sanguineus?

Fabaceae

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