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Malabar Kino (Pterocarpus marsupium)

Malabar Kino (Pterocarpus marsupium) is a large deciduous tree native to India, valued for its medicinal resin and durable timber.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures between 20-30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.

Water

Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures between 20-30°C.

Tolerates some variation but avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Medicinal, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-30 m

Spread

10-15 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

1.5-2 cm

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Synonyms
Lingoum marsupium (Roxb.) Kuntze
Pterocarpos marsupius (Roxb.) St.-Lag.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusPterocarpus
  • speciesPterocarpus marsupium
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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