Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pellita
ID:
204595

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. ex Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1908: 885 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203924

Common Names

  • Butea pellita
  • Pellite Butea
  • Pellite Flame of the Forest

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Description

Butea pellita (also called velvety butea, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub, growing up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Butea pellita is used as a fodder crop, for green manure, and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Butea pellita are small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Butea pellita is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, and frost-tolerant legume. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in full sun. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and planted in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged.

Where to Find Butea pellita

Butea pellita is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.

Butea pellita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Butea pellita?

Butea pellita

What are the common names of Butea pellita?

Pellite bush bean, Pellite bean

Where is Butea pellita native to?

India

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:482571-1: Based on the initial data import