It is a deciduous tree growing to 15–25 m (rarely up to 50 m) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m belonging to Family Leguminosae and sub-family Caesalpiniaceaea. The leaves are bipinnate, 30–60 cm long, with 16–20 pinnae, each pinna with …

Nov 7, 2024 · What Is a Siar Tree? The Siar Tree, or Peltophorum pterocarpum, is a medium-to-large tropical tree that belongs to the Fabaceae, or legume family. It is often recognized by its feathery, bipinnate leaves, rough brown bark, and beautiful, clustered yellow flowers.

Peltophorum pterocarpum is used for fodder. The bark can also be used as dyes as it contains tannins, giving a light yellow colour to leather. Tannin is also present in leaves and wood. In Java, the dye is used for batik work.

Oct 13, 2024 · The bark has been an important component of the dark or black 'soga' dye in Java (where it is mixed with the bark of Ceriops tagal, the wood of Maclura cochinchinensis and other ingredients), which is used for batik work

Tannin or dyestuff: The bark of P. pterocarpum has been an important component of the dark or black 'soga' dye in Java, used for batik work. It is also used for tanning leather, and preserving and dyeing fishing nets. In Indonesia, the bark is used for fermenting palm wine.

Nov 21, 2019 · The bark of P. pterocarpum has been an important component of the dark or black 'soga' dye in Java, used for batik work. It is also used for tanning leather, and preserving and dyeing fishing nets. In Indonesia, the bark is used for fermenting palm wine.

• Peltophorum pterocarpum is a fast-growing deciduous tree reaching a height of 15-24 m, sometimes as high as 50 m, with a diameter of 50-100 cm. Bark is smooth and gray, with a dense spreading crown.

Nov 5, 2020 · According to scientists, the Kalayaan Tree of Malolos (Tree of Freedom) is classified as a ‘Siar tree.’ Its scientific name is Peltophorum pterocarpum and is common in Asia and some parts of Australia and the US. This deciduous tree is fast-growing and can reach a height of 9 meters in 3 years.

Peltophorum pterocarpum (commonly known as copperpod, yellow-flamboyant, yellow flametree, yellow poinciana or yellow-flame) is a species of Peltophorum, native to tropical southeastern Asia and a popular ornamental tree grown around the world.

Bark: brown to gray and smooth, becoming rough and fissured with age. Pruning requirement: needed for strong structure. Breakage: susceptible to breakage. Current year twig color: brown. Current year twig thickness: medium, thick. Wood specific gravity: unknown