Status:
valid
Authors:
de Wit
Source:
ildis
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia2: 94 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206666
Common Names
- Archidendron trifoliolatum
- Archidendron
- Trifoliolatum
Synonyms
- Pithecellobium trifoliolatum (de Wit) Mohlenbr. [valid]
Description
Archidendron trifoliolatum (also called Three-Leaf Ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It grows to a height of 10–15 m (33–49 ft) and has white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Archidendron trifoliolatum is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of timber. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Archidendron trifoliolatum is yellow, fragrant, and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a brown, flat, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with a long stem and small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Archidendron trifoliolatum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 50 feet. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems.
Where to Find Archidendron trifoliolatum
Archidendron trifoliolatum can be found in tropical areas of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Archidendron trifoliolatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron trifoliolatum?
Archidendron trifoliolatum
What is the common name of Archidendron trifoliolatum?
Trifoliolatum
Where is Archidendron trifoliolatum found?
Central and South America
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