Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1799
Citation Micro:
Pl. Coromandel2: 9 (1799)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185089
Common Names
- Pterocarpus marsupium
- Indian Kino Tree
- Vangaru
Synonyms
- Lingoum marsupium (Roxb.) Kuntze [valid]
- Pterocarpos marsupius (Roxb.) St.-Lag. [valid]
Description
Pterocarpus marsupium (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 marsupium has many uses, including 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pterocarpus marsupium sub. acuminatus (Prain) Thoth.
Pterocarpus marsupium sub. marsupium
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pterocarpus marsupium has yellow flowers with a white throat. Its seeds are round and black. Seedlings are light green with oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pterocarpus marsupium 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 marsupium
Pterocarpus marsupium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Pterocarpus marsupium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus marsupium?
Pterocarpus marsupium
What is the common name of Pterocarpus marsupium?
Indian kino tree
What is the growth habit of Pterocarpus marsupium?
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