Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
splendidissima
ID:
207486

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume ex Miq.) Buijsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Blumea33: 255 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206815

Common Names

  • Fordia
  • Lancewood
  • Tropical Ash

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Synonyms

  • Fordia filipes Dunn [valid]
  • Fordia splendidissima splendidissima [unknown]
  • Fordia coriacea Dunn [valid]
  • Millettia splendidissima S.Vidal [unknown]
  • Millettia chaperii Gagnep. [valid]
  • Millettia splendidissima Blume ex Miq. [valid]
  • Fordia gibbsiae Dunn & Baker f. [valid]
  • Fordia angustifolia Merr. [unknown]
  • Fordia elmeri Merr. [valid]
  • Fordia angustifoliola Merr. [valid]
  • Phaseoloides splendissima (Blume ex Miq.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Fordia splendidissima (also called Splendid fordia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fallow fields.

Uses & Benefits

Fordia splendidissima is used as a soil conditioner, as a fuel, and as a green manure crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, wounds, and insect bites.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fordia splendidissima has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have broad, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fordia splendidissima is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Fordia splendidissima

Fordia splendidissima is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland and montane forests.

Fordia splendidissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fordia splendidissima?

Fordia splendidissima

What is the common name of Fordia splendidissima?

Splendid fordia

What is the distribution of Fordia splendidissima?

It is found in Southeast Asia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
J.R.M. Buijsen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buijsen' in the authors string.