Sindora beccariana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Backer ex de Wit
Source:
ildis
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, sér. 3, 18: 18 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206236
Common Names
- Sindora beccariana
- Beccarian Sindora
- Beccarian Bean Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sindora beccariana (also called 'Beccarian 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 beccariana 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 beccariana 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 beccariana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.
Where to Find Sindora beccariana
Sindora beccariana is native to Indonesia and can be found in the provinces of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra.
Sindora beccariana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sindora beccariana?
Sindora beccariana
What is the common name of Sindora beccariana?
Beccarian sindora
Where is Sindora beccariana 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
Cornelis Andries Backer (1874-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backer' in the authors string.
Hendrik de Wit (1909-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Wit' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Sindora beccariana Backer ex de Wit: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.