Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) I.C.Nielsen
Source:
tro
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie12: 93 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001033889
Common Names
- Archidendropsis Lentiscifolia
- Lentiscifolia Tree
- Lentiscifolia Shrub
Description
Archidendropsis lentiscifolia (also called Lentiscifolia Archidendropsis, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a spreading habit with a single or multiple trunks and a dense, rounded crown. It usually grows in lowland and hill forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Archidendropsis lentiscifolia is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Archidendropsis lentiscifolia is a white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped seed with a brownish-black color. The seedlings are small, with a light green color and a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Archidendropsis lentiscifolia is best done through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Propagation can also be done through cuttings taken from the stems.
Where to Find Archidendropsis lentiscifolia
Archidendropsis lentiscifolia can be found in Madagascar.
Species in the Archidendropsis genus
Archidendropsis thozetiana,
Archidendropsis sepikensis,
Archidendropsis spicata,
Archidendropsis paivana,
Archidendropsis fournieri,
Archidendropsis lentiscifolia,
Archidendropsis macradenia,
Archidendropsis oblonga,
Archidendropsis streptocarpa,
Archidendropsis granulosa,
Archidendropsis fulgens,
Archidendropsis glandulosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family