Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild. ex Hutch. & Burtt Davy
Source:
ildis
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1923: 157 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213849
Common Names
- Brachystegia lujae
- Lujae Brachystegia
- African Mahogany
Description
Brachystegia lujae (also called Luja brachystegia, among many other common names) is a perennial tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It is native to the Congo Basin and is found in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brachystegia lujae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachystegia lujae is a yellow-green pea-like flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, delicate and have a white root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachystegia lujae is a hardy, evergreen tree that can be propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer, and root them in a pot filled with moist, well-drained soil. Keep the pot in a warm, sunny spot and water regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks. Once they have rooted, transplant them into their permanent spot in the garden.
Where to Find Brachystegia lujae
Brachystegia lujae is native to tropical Africa and can be found in parts of Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.
Brachystegia lujae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachystegia lujae?
Brachystegia lujae
What is the common name of Brachystegia lujae?
Lujae Brachystegia
What is the habitat of Brachystegia lujae?
Dry grassland, sand dunes, and rocky places
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