Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
argenteum
ID:
476705

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tardieu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 10: 235 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476037

Common Names

  • Pterospermum argenteum
  • Argenteum Pterospermum
  • Argenteum Tree

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Description

Pterospermum argenteum (also called Silver Indian Kino Tree, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Malvaceae. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterospermum argenteum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge plant and as a ground cover. It has a high tolerance for drought and poor soils, making it an ideal choice for landscaping in dry climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterospermum argenteum has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterospermum argenteum is an evergreen tree native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Pterospermum argenteum

Pterospermum argenteum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.

Pterospermum argenteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterospermum argenteum?

Pterospermum argenteum

What is the common name of Pterospermum argenteum?

Silver Pterospermum

What is the distribution of Pterospermum argenteum?

Pterospermum argenteum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Pterospermum genus

Pterospermum obtusifolium, Pterospermum parvifolium, Pterospermum pecteniforme, Pterospermum reticulatum, Pterospermum rubiginosum, Pterospermum longipes, Pterospermum obliquum, Pterospermum megalanthum, Pterospermum megalocarpum, Pterospermum mucronatum, Pterospermum littorale, Pterospermum xylocarpum, Pterospermum subsessile, Pterospermum semisagittatum, Pterospermum stapfianum, Pterospermum subpeltatum, Pterospermum sumatranum, Pterospermum thorelii, Pterospermum subinaequale, Pterospermum fuscum, Pterospermum grande, Pterospermum grandiflorum, Pterospermum grewiifolium, Pterospermum elmeri, Pterospermum javanicum, Pterospermum harmandii, Pterospermum acerifolium, Pterospermum aceroides, Pterospermum angustifolium, Pterospermum argenteum, Pterospermum burmannianum, Pterospermum elongatum, Pterospermum celebicum, Pterospermum cinnamomeum, Pterospermum cumingii, Pterospermum diversifolium, Pterospermum mengii, Pterospermum suberifolium, Pterospermum heterophyllum, Pterospermum lanceifolium, Pterospermum proteus, Pterospermum kingtungense, Pterospermum truncatolobatum, Pterospermum yunnanense, Pterospermum niveum, Pterospermum menglunense,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,