Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
varians
ID:
198629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.35: 490 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197958



Common Names

  • Spatholobus varians
  • Variable Spatholobus
  • Variable Legume


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Synonyms

  • Butea varians (Dunn) Blatt. [valid]

Description

Spatholobus varians (also called Chinese Coral Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small white flowers. It is native to China and is commonly found in woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Spatholobus varians is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Spatholobus varians is a yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings have a single pair of compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spatholobus varians is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Spatholobus varians

Spatholobus varians is native to the Caribbean and Central America and can be found in tropical forests, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Spatholobus varians FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spatholobus varians?

Spatholobus varians

What is the common name of Spatholobus varians?

Varying Climbing Fern

Where is Spatholobus varians native to?

Indo-China

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