Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
letestui
ID:
171473

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pellegr.) J.Léonard

Source:
ildis

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Roy. Sci. Outre-Mer, Cl. Sci. Nat. Méd., Collect. 8vo, n.s., 30(2): 82 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170802

Common Names

  • Letestu's Sindoropsis
  • Sindoropsis Letestui
  • Letestui

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Synonyms

  • Copaifera letestui (Pellegr.) Pellegr. [valid]
  • Dialium letestui Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Detarium letestui Pellegr. [valid]

Description

Sindoropsis letestui (also called Letestu's Sindoropsis, among many other common names) is a large, deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It has a straight trunk and a dense, spreading crown. It grows in tropical rainforests, dry forests, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Sindoropsis letestui is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sindoropsis letestui has white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sindoropsis letestui is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. It is best to divide the plant every few years to maintain its vigor.

Where to Find Sindoropsis letestui

Sindoropsis letestui is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Sindoropsis letestui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sindoropsis letestui?

Sindoropsis letestui

What is the common name of Sindoropsis letestui?

Letestu's sindoropsis

What is the natural habitat of Sindoropsis letestui?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Sindoropsis genus

Species in the Fabaceae family