Sindora sumatrana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind., Eerste Bijv.: 288 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206253
Common Names
- Sindora sumatrana
- Sumatran Sindora
- Sumatran Bean Tree
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- Galedupa sumatrana Prain [unknown]
Description
Sindora sumatrana (also called 'Sumatran 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 sumatrana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sindora sumatrana 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 sumatrana is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The tree prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Sindora sumatrana
Sindora sumatrana is native to Indonesia and can be found in the provinces of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra.
Sindora sumatrana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sindora sumatrana?
Sindora sumatrana
What is the common name of Sindora sumatrana?
Sumatran sindora
Where is Sindora sumatrana 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
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Sindora sumatrana Miq.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.