Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bequaertii
ID:
214363

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

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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.

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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