Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kunstleri
ID:
207202

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prain) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 19: 17 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206531

Common Names

  • Archidendron kunstleri
  • Kunstler's Archidendron
  • Kunstler's Archidendrum

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium kunstleri Prain [valid]
  • Abarema kuenstleri (Prain) Kosterm. [valid]
  • Pithecellobium kuenstleri Prain ex King [unknown]

Description

Archidendron kunstleri (also called Kunstler's Archidendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Indonesia and Malaysia, and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron kunstleri is used as a source of timber and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Archidendron kunstleri sub. kunstleri
Archidendron kunstleri sub. ashtonii I.C.Nielsen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archidendron kunstleri has white, fragrant flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron kunstleri can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Archidendron kunstleri

Archidendron kunstleri is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, as well as in dry and wet forests.

Archidendron kunstleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendron kunstleri?

Archidendron kunstleri

What is the common name of Archidendron kunstleri?

Kunstler's Archidendron

What is the natural habitat of Archidendron kunstleri?

Tropical forests and scrublands

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

References

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:475070-1: Based on the initial data import