Status:
valid
Authors:
de Wit
Source:
ildis
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, sér. 3, 17: 262 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206385
Common Names
- Archidendron beguinii
- Beugin's Archidendron
- Beugin's Albizia
Synonyms
- Pithecellobium beguinii (de Wit) Mohlenbr. [valid]
Description
Archidendron beguinii (also called A. beguinii, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a single trunk with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Archidendron beguinii is used as a timber tree for its hard and durable wood. It is also used for firewood, charcoal, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White, fragrant, with five petals. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Green, with two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Archidendron beguinii is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is generally done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting to speed up germination.
Where to Find Archidendron beguinii
Archidendron beguinii is native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly found in tropical rainforests.
Archidendron beguinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron beguinii?
Archidendron beguinii
What is the common name of Archidendron beguinii?
Beuginii
What is the family of Archidendron beguinii?
Fabaceae
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