Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.11: 512 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213692
Common Names
- Bequaert's Brachystegia
- Bequaert's Brachystegia
- Bequaert's Brachystegia
Description
Brachystegia bequaertii (also called 'Bequaert's Brachystegia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub with a woody base, and can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and grows in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Brachystegia bequaertii is a species of tree in the pea family. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for timber and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachystegia bequaertii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachystegia bequaertii is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and kept moist until rooted.
Where to Find Brachystegia bequaertii
Brachystegia bequaertii can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.
Brachystegia bequaertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachystegia bequaertii?
Brachystegia bequaertii
What is the common name of Brachystegia bequaertii?
Bequaert's Brachystegia
What is the family of Brachystegia bequaertii?
Fabaceae
Species in the Brachystegia genus
Brachystegia allenii,
Brachystegia angustistipulata,
Brachystegia bequaertii,
Brachystegia boehmii,
Brachystegia bussei,
Brachystegia cynometroides,
Brachystegia eurycoma,
Brachystegia floribunda,
Brachystegia glaberrima,
Brachystegia kennedyi,
Brachystegia laurentii,
Brachystegia longifolia,
Brachystegia lujae,
Brachystegia manga,
Brachystegia mildbraedii,
Brachystegia nigerica,
Brachystegia russelliae,
Brachystegia spiciformis,
Brachystegia stipulata,
Brachystegia tamarindoides,
Brachystegia taxifolia,
Brachystegia appendiculata,
Brachystegia astlei,
Brachystegia bournei,
Brachystegia letestui,
Brachystegia michelmorei,
Brachystegia welwitschii,
Brachystegia allenii,
Brachystegia bakeriana,
Brachystegia gossweileri,
Brachystegia leonensis,
Brachystegia puberula,
Brachystegia utilis,
Brachystegia oblonga,
Species in the Fabaceae family