Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fagifer
ID:
188870

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parkinson ex F.A.Zorn) Fosberg

Source:
ildis

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci.31: 95 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188199

Common Names

  • Fagifer Inocarpus
  • Inocarpus Fagifer
  • Tahitian Chestnut

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Synonyms

  • Aniotum fagiferum Parkinson [valid]
  • Inocarpus fagiferus (Parkinson) Fosberg [unknown]
  • Inocarpus edulis J.R.Forst. [deprecated]
  • Aniotum edulis J.R.Forst. [unknown]
  • Cajanus edulis (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Inocarpus eludis J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Etaballia macrophylla Benth. [valid]
  • Inocarpus edulis J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. [valid]

Description

Inocarpus fagifer (also called Tahitian Chestnut, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in moist areas, such as along riverbanks and in swamps. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Inocarpus fagifer is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak and shelter for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inocarpus fagifer has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inocarpus fagifer is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be treated with a hormone rooting powder. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Inocarpus fagifer

Inocarpus fagifer can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Inocarpus fagifer FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inocarpus fagifer?

Inocarpus fagifer

What is the family of Inocarpus fagifer?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Inocarpus fagifer?

Tahitian Chestnut

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.
Sydney Parkinson (1745-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parkinson' in the authors string.