Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wallichii
ID:
186897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.11: t. 1017 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186226

Common Names

  • Sindora wallichii
  • Wallichii Sindora
  • Wallichii Bastard Teak

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Synonyms

  • Galedupa siamensis Prain [invalid]
  • Sindora wallichii intermedia Baker [valid]
  • Sindora intermedia Prain [valid]
  • Guilandina wallichiana Graham [unknown]
  • Galedupa wallichiana Prain [invalid]
  • Sindora wallichiana Prain [unknown]
  • Galedupa intermediata Prain [unknown]
  • Galedupa intermedia Prain [invalid]

Description

Sindora wallichii (also called Wallich's Sindora, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Sindora wallichii is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sindora wallichii has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seed is a flat, brown, oblong bean. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sindora wallichii is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate drought and flooding. It can be propagated by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Sindora wallichii

Sindora wallichii is native to India and can be found in the wild in areas such as Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Sindora wallichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sindora wallichii?

Sindora wallichii

What is the common name of Sindora wallichii?

Wallich's Sindora

Where is Sindora wallichii found?

Sindora wallichii is found in South Asia, from India to Sri Lanka

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:518614-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Sindora wallichii Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.