Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
similis
ID:
200264

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Craib) de Wit

Source:
ildis

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia3: 471 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199593

Common Names

  • Phanera similis
  • Horse Tamarind
  • Mountain Ebony

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia similis Craib [valid]

Description

Phanera similis (also called Similar Phanera, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is native to Southeast Asia, and grows in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phanera similis is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks, and is also used as a shade tree. It is also used medicinally to treat fever and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phanera similis is a pink-purple color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phanera similis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Phanera similis

Phanera similis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Phanera similis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phanera similis?

Phanera similis

What is the common name of Phanera similis?

Similis Phanera

Where is Phanera similis native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Phanera genus

Phanera vahlii, Phanera coccinea, Phanera pyrrhoclada, Phanera bassacensis, Phanera bracteata, Phanera ferruginea, Phanera glabrifolia, Phanera integrifolia, Phanera involucellata, Phanera nervosa, Phanera similis, Phanera macrostachya, Phanera sulphurea, Phanera khasiana, Phanera lyrata, Phanera meeboldii, Phanera ornata, Phanera pottingeri, Phanera semibifida, Phanera stipularis, Phanera audax, Phanera bidentata, Phanera crudiantha, Phanera cuprea, Phanera decumbens, Phanera elmeri, Phanera argentea, Phanera excelsa, Phanera finlaysoniana, Phanera fulva, Phanera glabristipes, Phanera gracillima, Phanera hendersonii, Phanera kockiana, Phanera lambiana, Phanera lingua, Phanera lucida, Phanera menispermacea, Phanera merrilliana, Phanera pachyphylla, Phanera pauciflora, Phanera posthumi, Phanera praesignis, Phanera pyrrhaneura, Phanera sylvani, Phanera williamsii, Phanera wrayi, Phanera ridleyi, Phanera yunnanensis, Phanera aherniana,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Hendrik de Wit (1909-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Wit' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:513583-1: Based on the initial data import