Gleditsia japonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi3: 54 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185997
Common Names
- Gleditsia japonica
- Japanese Honeylocust
- Japanese Locust Tree
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- Gleditsia melanacantha T.Tang & Wang [deprecated]
- Caesalpiniodes japonica (Miq.) Kuntze [valid]
- Gleditsia melanacantha Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
Description
Gleditsia japonica (also called Japanese Gleditsia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small tree with yellow flowers and is native to tropical Asia. It is found in open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gleditsia japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gleditsia japonica var. velutina L.C.LiGleditsia japonica var. stenocarpa Nakai
Gleditsia japonica var. delavayi (Franch.) L.C.Li
Gleditsia japonica var. japonica
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gleditsia japonica has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Gleditsia japonica is a fast-growing tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Gleditsia japonica
Gleditsia japonica can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Gleditsia japonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gleditsia japonica?
Gleditsia japonica
What type of plant is Gleditsia japonica?
It is a tree
Where is Gleditsia japonica native to?
It is native to Japan
Species in the Gleditsia genus
Gleditsia amorphoides, Gleditsia triacanthos, Gleditsia texana, Gleditsia aquatica, Gleditsia japonica, Gleditsia australis, Gleditsia caspica, Gleditsia sinensis, Gleditsia microphylla, Gleditsia fera, Gleditsia rolfei, Gleditsia assamica, Gleditsia caspia, Gleditsia medogensis, Gleditsia texana, Gleditsia microphylla, Gleditsia saxatilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Gleditsia japonica Miq.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.