Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) R.Geesink
Source:
ildis
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Leiden Bot. Ser.8: 93 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193220
Common Names
- Endosamara racemosa
- Endosamara arborea
- Endosamara oblongifolia
Synonyms
- Millettia racemosa (Roxb.) Benth. [valid]
- Millettia leiogyna Kurz [valid]
- Pongamia racemosa Graham [invalid]
- Robinia racemosa Roxb. [valid]
- Tephrosia racemosa Wight & Arn. [unknown]
- Wisteria pallida Dalzell & A.Gibson [valid]
- Wisteria racemosa (Roxb.) Dalzell & A.Gibson [valid]
- Millettia pallida (Dalzell & A.Gibson) Dalzell [valid]
- Millettia orissae Panigrahi & S.C.Mishra [valid]
- Robinia galuga Roxb. ex Wight & Arn. [invalid]
- Pongamia corcor Graham [invalid]
- Phaseoloides leiogynum (Kurz) Kuntze [valid]
- Phaseoloides racemosa (Roxb.) Kuntze [valid]
- Endosamara racemosa pallida (Dalzell & A.Gibson) J.Compton & Schrire [valid]
- Tephrosia racemosa (Roxb.) Sweet ex Wight & Arn. [unknown]
Description
Endosamara racemosa (also called Racemose Endosamara, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to India and is found in dry deciduous forests. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Endosamara racemosa is used for timber, fuelwood, and as a source of tannins and other chemicals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Endosamara racemosa are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Endosamara racemosa is a slow-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 meters. It is best propagated from cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a shaded area until they are established. Once established, the shrub should be kept in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Endosamara racemosa
Endosamara racemosa can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.
Endosamara racemosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Endosamara racemosa?
Endosamara racemosa
What is the common name of Endosamara racemosa?
Racemose Endosamara
What is the natural habitat of Endosamara racemosa?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Endosamara genus
Species in the Fabaceae family