Pterocarpus indicus is commonly called Narra here. It is the National Tree of the Philippines.
Pterocarpus indicus specifics
- Core Identification & Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Pterocarpus indicus
- Common Name: Narra
- Family:
- Varietals:
- Habitat/Range: Malay Peninsula, Singapore, Philippines, New Guinea and other regional islands
- Morphology & Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Tree up to 20m tall
- Leaves: Short stalked lathery leaves. up to 12cm long with smaller leaves over time
- Flowers: Cream to off-white
- Fruit/Seed: Grown from Seeds or cuttings
- Stem/Bark: Greyish brown to dark brown
- Growth: Fast
- Bonsai Notes
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade 4-8 hours.
- Water Use: Moderate water
- Soil Mix: Akadama, Pumice, Lava Rock
- Fertilizing: balanced fertilizer every 4 weeks during the active growing season (spring through autumn).
- Styling and Maintenance
- Pruning: Regular pruning is essential
- Defoliation: Partial or full leaf pruning
- Wiring: Branches can be wired year-round.
Gallery images
Firstly, we are uploading pictures of our plants to show the parts of a plant that may help in identification. Secondly, we only have so many plants and my photography skills are not actually skillful. Finally, if it would help to see another angle or view, send us a message and we will attempt to get the right picture perspective.
