Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)2: 368 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197952
Common Names
- Spatholobus harmandii
- Harmand's Spatholobus
- Harmand's Legume
Synonyms
- Spatholobus sinensis Chun & T.Chen [deprecated]
- Spatholobus compar Craib [valid]
- Butea harmandii (Gagnep.) Blatt. [valid]
Description
Spatholobus harmandii (also called Harmand's Spatholobus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5m. It is native to China and Japan and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Spatholobus harmandii is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Spatholobus harmandii is a yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings have a single pair of compound leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Spatholobus harmandii is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Spatholobus harmandii
Spatholobus harmandii is native to parts of India and Sri Lanka. It is commonly found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.
Spatholobus harmandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spatholobus harmandii?
Spatholobus harmandii
What is the common name of Spatholobus harmandii?
Harmand's Climbing Fern
Where is Spatholobus harmandii native to?
Indo-China
Species in the Spatholobus genus
Spatholobus parviflorus,
Spatholobus suberectus,
Spatholobus harmandii,
Spatholobus discolor,
Spatholobus pulcher,
Spatholobus varians,
Spatholobus biauritus,
Spatholobus gengmaensis,
Spatholobus uniauritus,
Spatholobus acuminatus,
Spatholobus pottingeri,
Spatholobus crassifolius,
Spatholobus latistipulus,
Spatholobus merguensis,
Spatholobus purpureus,
Spatholobus albus,
Spatholobus apoensis,
Spatholobus auricomus,
Spatholobus auritus,
Spatholobus bracteolatus,
Spatholobus dubius,
Spatholobus ferrugineus,
Spatholobus gyrocarpus,
Spatholobus hirsutus,
Spatholobus latibractea,
Spatholobus littoralis,
Spatholobus macropterus,
Spatholobus maingayi,
Spatholobus multiflorus,
Spatholobus oblongifolius,
Spatholobus persicinus,
Spatholobus ridleyi,
Spatholobus sanguineus,
Spatholobus viridis,
Spatholobus sinensis,
Spatholobus discolor,
Spatholobus biauritus,
Spatholobus gengmaensis,
Spatholobus uniauritus,
Species in the Fabaceae family