Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
214415

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.14: t. 1359 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213744

Common Names

  • Brachystegia floribunda
  • Floribunda Brachystegia
  • African Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Brachystegia nchangensis Greenway [valid]
  • Brachystegia polyantha Harms [valid]

Description

Brachystegia floribunda (also called Floribunda Brachystegia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystegia floribunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachystegia floribunda has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystegia floribunda 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 floribunda

Brachystegia floribunda is native to tropical Africa and can be found in parts of West Africa, Central Africa, and East Africa.

Brachystegia floribunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystegia floribunda?

Brachystegia floribunda

What is the common name of Brachystegia floribunda?

Many-flowered Broom

What is the natural habitat of Brachystegia floribunda?

Dry grasslands, rocky slopes and scrubland

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