Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
dalbergioides
ID:
185761

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185090

Common Names

  • Pterocarpus dalbergioides
  • Andaman Redwood
  • East Indian Kino Tree

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Synonyms

  • Pterocarpus advenus Baill. [unknown]

Description

Pterocarpus dalbergioides (also called Indian Kino Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in scrub and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocarpus dalbergioides is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a natural dye and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterocarpus dalbergioides has yellow flowers with a white throat. Its seeds are round and black. Seedlings are light green with oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocarpus dalbergioides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Pterocarpus dalbergioides

Pterocarpus dalbergioides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Pterocarpus dalbergioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus dalbergioides?

Pterocarpus dalbergioides

What is the common name of Pterocarpus dalbergioides?

Dalbergia-like kino tree

What is the growth habit of Pterocarpus dalbergioides?

It is a deciduous tree

Species in the Pterocarpus genus

Pterocarpus mildbraedii, Pterocarpus albopubescens, Pterocarpus angolensis, Pterocarpus antunesii, Pterocarpus casteelsi, Pterocarpus claessensii, Pterocarpus erinaceus, Pterocarpus gilletii, Pterocarpus hockii, Pterocarpus homblei, Pterocarpus indicus, Pterocarpus lucens, Pterocarpus mutondo, Pterocarpus osun, Pterocarpus rotundifolius, Pterocarpus santalinoides, Pterocarpus soyauxii, Pterocarpus tessmannii, Pterocarpus tinctorius, Pterocarpus megalocarpus, Pterocarpus velutinus, Pterocarpus zenkeri, Pterocarpus marsupium, Pterocarpus dalbergioides, Pterocarpus santalinus, Pterocarpus acapulcensis, Pterocarpus amazonum, Pterocarpus macrocarpus, Pterocarpus officinalis, Pterocarpus orbiculatus, Pterocarpus rohrii, Pterocarpus ternatus, Pterocarpus villosus, Pterocarpus zehntneri, Pterocarpus amphymenium, Pterocarpus steinbachianus, Pterocarpus belizensis, Pterocarpus vidalianus, Pterocarpus monophyllus, Pterocarpus dubius, Pterocarpus dalbergioides, Pterocarpus brenanii, Pterocarpus polyanthrus, Pterocarpus michelianus,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References