Status:
valid
Authors:
D.A.Link
Source:
cmp
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 61: 4 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651500
Common Names
- Dirachma Somalensis
- Somalensis
- Dirachma
Description
Dirachma somalensis (also called Somali Dirachma, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Somalia. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 25 meters tall. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in mountain forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Dirachma somalensis is used as a source of timber for making furniture and as a source of fuel wood. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dirachma somalensis are small, yellowish-white, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small, ovoid, and reddish-brown in color. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Dirachma somalensis: This species is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix, and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Dirachma somalensis
Dirachma somalensis is native to tropical rainforests in Somalia.
Dirachma somalensis FAQ
What is the common name of Dirachma somalensis?
Somali Dirachma
What is the natural habitat of Dirachma somalensis?
Tropical rainforests
What is the scientific classification of Dirachma somalensis?
Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Fabales, Family: Fabaceae, Genus: Dirachma, Species: D. somalensis
Species in the Dirachma genus
Species in the Dirachmaceae family
References
Detlef A. Link: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Link' in the authors string.