Synonyms: 

Lingoum esculentum (Schum.&Thonn.)Kuntze

Pterocarpus amazonicus Huber

Systematic Position

Kingdom:  Plantae

Phylum: Tracheophyta

Order: Fabales

Family: Fabaceae

Native: Tropical Western Africa

Common Names

English – Mututi

Malayalam –

Description:

Pterocarpus santalinoides is a tropical tree known for its red wood and leaves.

Habitat: A shade tolerant tree commonly found along riverine forests.

Distribution: Bicontinental distribution, native to tropical Western Africa.

Uses: Pterocarpus santalinoides is used for its timber, traditional medicine, and as a dye source.