Species:
alternifoliolatum
Status:
valid
Authors:
(T.L.Wu) I.C.Nielsen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.21: 164 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196836
Common Names
- Archidendron Alternifoliolatum
- Alternifoliolatum Archidendron
- Alternifoliolatum's Yellowwood
Synonyms
- Archidendron glabrifolium (T.L.Wu) I.C.Nielsen [unknown]
- Cylindrokelupha glabrifolia T.L.Wu [unknown]
- Cylindrokelupha alternifoliolata T.L.Wu [valid]
- Albizia alternifoliolata (T.L.Wu) Y.H.Huang [deprecated]
- Albizia alternifoliolata (I.C.Nielsen) Y.H.Huang [valid]
Description
Archidendron alternifoliolatum (also called Alternifoliolate archidendron, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Archidendron alternifoliolatum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Archidendron alternifoliolatum has yellow flowers with a short calyx tube. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a small cotyledon and the first true leaves are ovate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Archidendron alternifoliolatum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring and summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and should be placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual containers.
Where to Find Archidendron alternifoliolatum
Archidendron alternifoliolatum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Archidendron alternifoliolatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidendron alternifoliolatum?
Archidendron alternifoliolatum
What is the common name of Archidendron alternifoliolatum?
Alternifoliolatum
What is the family of Archidendron alternifoliolatum?
Fabaceae
Species in the Archidendron genus
Archidendron microcarpum,
Archidendron bigeminum,
Archidendron clypearia,
Archidendron vaillantii,
Archidendron pauciflorum,
Archidendron hendersonii,
Archidendron hirsutum,
Archidendron lucyi,
Archidendron muellerianum,
Archidendron lovelliae,
Archidendron whitei,
Archidendron ramiflorum,
Archidendron grandiflorum,
Archidendron lucidum,
Archidendron eberhardtii,
Archidendron balansae,
Archidendron alternifoliolatum,
Archidendron turgidum,
Archidendron chevalieri,
Archidendron tonkinense,
Archidendron robinsonii,
Archidendron dalatense,
Archidendron kerrii,
Archidendron utile,
Archidendron baucheri,
Archidendron bubalinum,
Archidendron conspicuum,
Archidendron contortum,
Archidendron cordifolium,
Archidendron ellipticum,
Archidendron glomeriflorum,
Archidendron jiringa,
Archidendron laoticum,
Archidendron occultatum,
Archidendron pellitum,
Archidendron poilanei,
Archidendron quocense,
Archidendron tetraphyllum,
Archidendron globosum,
Archidendron arborescens,
Archidendron alatum,
Archidendron apoense,
Archidendron aruense,
Archidendron beguinii,
Archidendron bellum,
Archidendron borneense,
Archidendron brachycarpum,
Archidendron brevicalyx,
Archidendron brevipes,
Archidendron calliandrum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Te-Lin Wu (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Wu' in the authors string.