Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kosterm.) I.C.Nielsen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.76: 79 (1984 publ. 1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206660
Common Names
- Archidendron tjendana
- Archidendron
- Tjendana
Synonyms
- Pithecellobium tjendana Kosterm. [valid]
- Abarema tjendana (Kosterm.) Kosterm. [valid]
Description
Archidendron tjendana (also called Tjendana Ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It grows to a height of 10–15 m (33–49 ft) and has white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Archidendron tjendana is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of timber. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Archidendron tjendana is yellow, fragrant, and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a brown, flat, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with a long stem and small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Archidendron tjendana is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or summer, and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Archidendron tjendana
Archidendron tjendana can be found in tropical areas of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Archidendron tjendana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron tjendana?
Archidendron tjendana
What is the common name of Archidendron tjendana?
Tjendana
Where is Archidendron tjendana found?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Archidendron genus
Archidendron microcarpum,
Archidendron bigeminum,
Archidendron clypearia,
Archidendron vaillantii,
Archidendron pauciflorum,
Archidendron hendersonii,
Archidendron hirsutum,
Archidendron lucyi,
Archidendron muellerianum,
Archidendron lovelliae,
Archidendron whitei,
Archidendron ramiflorum,
Archidendron grandiflorum,
Archidendron lucidum,
Archidendron eberhardtii,
Archidendron balansae,
Archidendron alternifoliolatum,
Archidendron turgidum,
Archidendron chevalieri,
Archidendron tonkinense,
Archidendron robinsonii,
Archidendron dalatense,
Archidendron kerrii,
Archidendron utile,
Archidendron baucheri,
Archidendron bubalinum,
Archidendron conspicuum,
Archidendron contortum,
Archidendron cordifolium,
Archidendron ellipticum,
Archidendron glomeriflorum,
Archidendron jiringa,
Archidendron laoticum,
Archidendron occultatum,
Archidendron pellitum,
Archidendron poilanei,
Archidendron quocense,
Archidendron tetraphyllum,
Archidendron globosum,
Archidendron arborescens,
Archidendron alatum,
Archidendron apoense,
Archidendron aruense,
Archidendron beguinii,
Archidendron bellum,
Archidendron borneense,
Archidendron brachycarpum,
Archidendron brevicalyx,
Archidendron brevipes,
Archidendron calliandrum,
Species in the Fabaceae family