Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bequinii
ID:
1058853

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Wit

Source:
tro

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 17: 262 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001058191

Common Names

  • Archidendron bequinii
  • Bequin's Archidendron
  • Bequin Archidendron

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Description

Archidendron bequinii (also called Bequin's Archidendron, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, and is found in dry woodlands and savannas. It has a grey-brown bark and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron bequinii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used to make furniture, as its wood is very durable and resistant to rot and insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Archidendron bequinii is a white-greenish color, with a long, slender corolla tube. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and fragile, with small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron bequinii is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach a height of up to 20 m. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The tree prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Archidendron bequinii

Archidendron bequinii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.

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