Entada polyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)2: 133 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165857
Common Names
- Entada Polyphylla
- Polyphylla Entada
- Entada polyphylla tree
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- Entadopsis polyphylla (Benth.) Britton & Rose [deprecated]
- Entada paranaguana Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
- Entadopsis polyphylla (Benth.) Britton [unknown]
- Pusaetha polyphylla (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
- Entada polystachya polyphylla (Benth.) Barneby [valid]
Description
Entada polyphylla (also called Many-leaved Entada, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that typically grows up to 30 meters in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Entada polyphylla is used as an ornamental plant and for timber. Its wood is light and soft, making it suitable for carving and furniture. It is also used as a windbreak and to control soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Entada polyphylla has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are flat, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a pair of opposite leaves.
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Entada polyphylla is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings. The tree prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Entada polyphylla
Entada polyphylla is native to the tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia. It can be found in India, Thailand, and Malaysia.
Entada polyphylla FAQ
What is the common name of Entada polyphylla?
Many-leaved Entada
Where does Entada polyphylla grow?
It is native to Central and South America.
What is the growth rate of Entada polyphylla?
It has a slow to moderate growth rate.
Species in the Entada genus
Entada polyphylla, Entada polystachya, Entada rheedii, Entada phaseoloides, Entada louvelii, Entada pervillei, Entada rheedei, Entada tuberosa, Entada glandulosa, Entada tonkinensis, Entada reticulata, Entada spiralis, Entada abyssinica, Entada borneensis, Entada parvifolia, Entada africana, Entada arenaria, Entada bacillaris, Entada chrysostachys, Entada dolichorrhachis, Entada camerunensis, Entada gigas, Entada hockii, Entada leptostachya, Entada mannii, Entada mossambicensis, Entada nudiflora, Entada phaneroneura, Entada spinescens, Entada stuhlmannii, Entada wahlbergia, Entada mossamhicensis, Entada zeylanica, Entada simplicata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Entada polyphylla Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.