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Pongamia pinnata
Indian Beech, Pongam Oiltree, Mempari
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| Species Name | Pongamia pinnata |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Indian Beech, Pongam Oiltree, Mempari |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Pongamia |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
- Deciduous tree growing up to 15 m tall with a short, stout trunk and spreading branches. Leaves 15-30 cm long, pinnate with 2(-3) pairs of leaflets and a terminal leaflet. Flowers 1.2-1.5 cm long, white to lilac, in slender racemes at leaf axils. Fruits 4-8 cm long, oblong with a short and curved tip.
2. Tree Size
3. Full Distribution
- Occurs naturally or locally naturalised in Pakistan, India, and Sri Lanka throughout Southeast Asia to Northern Australia, Fiji, and Japan
4. Habitat and Ecology
- Common along coasts and riverbanks
5. Altitude (in meters)
- Up to 1200 m
6. Landscape Type
Blue-green Corridors, Small Urban Green Spaces, Coastal Fronts
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7. IUCN Conservation Status
Least Concern
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
Not Evaluated
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
Fast
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11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
Yes
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- The roots are invasive and aggressive. [1]
12. Is this species damaging or does it have staining resin or sap?
No
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13. Does this species produce large and/or staining fruits?
No
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14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
Yes
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- The oil residue is toxic, and the seeds are poisonous [1]
15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
Full sun, Partial shade
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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
Low
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
High
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
No
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- pH 5.3-7.0 [1]
19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
No
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- Inferred from habitat association. Grows in various habitats but loses its aesthetic value under certain conditions. Needs deep, well-drained sandy loams with moist soil.
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- Inferred from habitat association. Grows in various habitats but loses its aesthetic value under certain conditions. Needs deep, well-drained sandy loams with moist soil. [1]
20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
Yes
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- Inferred from habitat association. It is a coastal species. [1]
21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
Yes
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- Withstands temperatures as high as 38 ºC and in exceptional circumstances, 50 ºC. [1]
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22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
Yes
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- Grows in waterlogged soil.
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23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
Yes
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- Tolerates water absence for one to possibly three months.
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24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
Yes
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- It has moderate to high wind tolerance. [1]
25. Does this species have specific humidity requirements?
No
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26. Is this species highly prone to predation, parasitism, and/or disease?
No
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- Highly resistant to pests and disease. [1]
27. Please provide any additional information for this species in the context of climate change resilience and/or vulnerability.
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28. Does this species have biodiversity value (e.g., provides food or habitat, or increases landscape connectivity for urban fauna)?
Yes
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29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
Yes
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- Due to its ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen, this is a preferred species for controlling soil erosion and binding dunes. It also has medicinal properties and is used for timber. [1]
Contributors: anonymous
Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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