Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rohrii
ID:
195550

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
ildis

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot.2: 79 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194879

Common Names

  • Pterocarpus rohrii
  • Rohri's Pterocarpus
  • Rohri Pterocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Amphymenium rohrii (Vahl) Kunth [valid]
  • Phellocarpus floridus Benth. [valid]
  • Lingoum rohrii (Vahl) Kuntze [deprecated]
  • Lingoum rufescens Kuntze [valid]
  • Piscidia florida Mart. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus violaceus Vogel [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus violaceus angustifolius Benth. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus floribundus Pittier [illegitimate]
  • Pterocarpus magnicarpus Schery [valid]
  • Pterocarpus reticulatus Standl. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus rufescens Benth. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus apalatoa Rich. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus hayesii Hemsl. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus rohrii rubiginosus Schery [valid]
  • Nissolia reticulata Vell. [illegitimate]
  • Pterocarpus paraguayensis Barb.Rodr. [valid]
  • Amphymenium floridum Benth. [valid]
  • Amphymenium laxiflorum (Benth.) Benth. [valid]
  • Amphymenium violaceum Walp. [valid]
  • Lingoum rohri (Vahl) Kuntze [valid]
  • Lingoum villosum Kuntze [valid]
  • Lingoum violaceum Kuntze [valid]
  • Pterocarpus rupestris Pittier [valid]
  • Phellocarpus laxiflorus Benth. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus cultratus Vell. [unknown]

Description

Pterocarpus rohrii (also called Rohr's Pterocarpus, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has a spreading, multi-stemmed habit and pinnate leaves with small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocarpus rohrii is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin problems, and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocarpus rohrii is a small, yellow, pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocarpus rohrii is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be planted out in the open when they are about 30 cm tall. The tree can also be propagated by cuttings taken from mature trees.

Where to Find Pterocarpus rohrii

Pterocarpus rohrii can be found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pterocarpus rohrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus rohrii?

Pterocarpus rohrii

What is the common name of Pterocarpus rohrii?

Rohri Rosewood

What is the natural habitat of Pterocarpus rohrii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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