Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pahangense
ID:
207275

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 19: 22 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206604

Common Names

  • Archidendron pahangense
  • Pahangense Archidendron
  • Pahang Yellow Senna

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium pahangense Kosterm. [valid]
  • Abarema pahangensis (Kosterm.) Kosterm. [valid]

Description

Archidendron pahangense (also called Pahang Ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It grows to a height of 10–15 m (33–49 ft) and has white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron pahangense is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a source of timber and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archidendron pahangense has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron pahangense is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Malaysia. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring, while cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Archidendron pahangense

Archidendron pahangense is native to Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Archidendron pahangense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendron pahangense?

Archidendron pahangense

What are the common names of Archidendron pahangense?

Mountain Tamarind, Mountain Tamarind Tree

What is the growth habit of Archidendron pahangense?

It is a medium-sized tree with a spreading crown

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

André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.