Anthonotha ferruginea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
212781
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) J.Léonard
Source:
ildis
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles25: 202 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212110
Common Names
- Anthonotha
- Ferruginea Anthonotha
- Ferruginea Bush
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- Macrolobium ferrugineum Harms [valid]
Description
Anthonotha ferruginea (also called African teak, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that can grow up to 25 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in tropical moist lowland and montane forests. It has a straight trunk and a conical crown, with a grey-brown bark and yellow-green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Anthonotha ferruginea is used in furniture making, flooring, and boat building. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthonotha ferruginea has small, yellow flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Anthonotha ferruginea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Anthonotha ferruginea
Anthonotha ferruginea can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.
Anthonotha ferruginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthonotha ferruginea?
Anthonotha ferruginea
What is the common name of Anthonotha ferruginea?
African Ironwood
What is the natural habitat of Anthonotha ferruginea?
Dry forests and woodlands
Species in the Anthonotha genus
Anthonotha acuminata, Anthonotha brieyi, Anthonotha cladantha, Anthonotha crassifolia, Anthonotha ferruginea, Anthonotha fragrans, Anthonotha gilletii, Anthonotha lamprophylla, Anthonotha macrophylla, Anthonotha noldeae, Anthonotha pynaertii, Anthonotha stipulacea, Anthonotha trunciflora, Anthonotha xanderi, Anthonotha mouandzae, Anthonotha wijmacampensis, Anthonotha pellegrinii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Anthonotha ferruginea (Harms) J.Léonard: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.