Sindora affinis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
de Wit
Source:
ildis
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, sér. 3, 18: 16 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206235
Common Names
- Sindora affinis
- Affinis Sindora
- Affinis Bean Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sindora affinis (also called 'Affine Sindora', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, from Thailand to Indonesia. It is found in lowland and montane forests, up to an altitude of 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Sindora affinis is used as a source of timber and firewood, and its bark is used for tanning leather. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sindora affinis are white with a yellow center, and are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sindora affinis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Sindora affinis
Sindora affinis is native to Indonesia and can be found in the provinces of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra.
Sindora affinis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sindora affinis?
Sindora affinis
What is the common name of Sindora affinis?
Affinis sindora
Where is Sindora affinis native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Sindora genus
Sindora klaineana, Sindora wallichii, Sindora glabra, Sindora supa, Sindora tonkinensis, Sindora coriacea, Sindora echinocalyx, Sindora laotica, Sindora siamensis, Sindora affinis, Sindora beccariana, Sindora bruggemanii, Sindora galedupa, Sindora inermis, Sindora irpicina, Sindora javanica, Sindora leiocarpa, Sindora sumatrana, Sindora wallichii, Sindora velutina, Sindora stipitata, Sindora javanica, Sindora leiocarpa,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hendrik de Wit (1909-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Wit' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Sindora affinis de Wit: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.