Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
clypearia
ID:
186658

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jack) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 19: 15 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185987

Common Names

  • Archidendron clypearia
  • Lemon Scented Bean
  • Lemon Scented Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium clypearia (Jack) Benth. [valid]
  • Inga clypearia Jack [valid]
  • Abarema clypearia (Jack) Kosterm., p.p. [deprecated]
  • Feuilleea clypearia (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pithecellobium heterophylla (Roxb.) J.F.Macbr. [deprecated]
  • Pithecellobium subacutum Benth. [unknown]
  • Pithecellobium clypearia densius-tomentella Miq. [deprecated]
  • Pithecellobium montanum microphylla Benth. [deprecated]
  • Pithecellobium clypearia velutina Merr. & L.M.Perry [unknown]
  • Albizia clypearia (Jack) Kurz [valid]
  • Abarema clypearia (Jack) Kosterm. [valid]
  • Adenanthera ossea Mannetti [illegitimate]

Description

Archidendron clypearia (also called Shield-shaped Archidendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small tree with yellow flowers and is native to tropical Asia. It is found in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron clypearia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Archidendron clypearia sub. clypearia
Archidendron clypearia sub. subcoriaceum (Thwaites) I.C.Nielsen
Archidendron clypearia var. velutinum (Merr. & L.M.Perry) I.C.Nielsen
Archidendron clypearia var. montanum (Benth.) M.G.Gangop. & Chakrab.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archidendron clypearia has white, fragrant flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron clypearia is a fast-growing tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Archidendron clypearia

Archidendron clypearia is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.

Archidendron clypearia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendron clypearia?

Archidendron clypearia

What type of plant is Archidendron clypearia?

A tree

Where is Archidendron clypearia native to?

Southeast Asia

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

William Jack (1795-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jack' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.