Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
santalinoides
ID:
173518

Status:
valid

Authors:
L'Hér. ex DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 419 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172847

Common Names

  • Santalinoides Pterocarpus
  • Pterocarpus
  • Pterocarpus Santalinoides

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Synonyms

  • Ancylocalyx acuminata Tul. [valid]
  • Lingoum esculentum (Schumach. & Thonn.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pterocarpus amazonicus Huber [valid]
  • Pterocarpus esculentus Schum. & Thonn. [deprecated]
  • Pterocarpus grandis Cowan [deprecated]
  • Pterocarpus michelii Cowan [unknown]
  • Pterocarpus ancylocalyx Benth. [valid]
  • Amphymenium longifolium Benth. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus michelii Britton [valid]
  • Pterocarpus esculentus Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus grandis R.S.Cowan [valid]

Description

Pterocarpus santalinoides (also called Sandalwood, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to North America. It has a short, branching stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open woods and along rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocarpus santalinoides is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocarpus santalinoides is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocarpus santalinoides is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The plants will self-seed freely and can be divided in spring or autumn. They can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Pterocarpus santalinoides

Pterocarpus santalinoides is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Pterocarpus santalinoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocarpus santalinoides?

Pterocarpus santalinoides

What is the common name of Pterocarpus santalinoides?

Sandalwood pterocarpus

What type of plant is Pterocarpus santalinoides?

Herbaceous perennial

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.