Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
manga
ID:
214527

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Katanga, Suppl.: 48 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213856

Common Names

  • Brachystegia manga
  • Manga Brachystegia
  • Manga Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Brachystegia burttii C.N.H.Jacks. [unknown]

Description

Brachystegia manga (also called Manga 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 manga 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 manga 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystegia manga is a medium-sized tree that grows to a height of 10-20 m. It is propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, Brachystegia manga is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Brachystegia manga

Brachystegia manga is native to tropical Africa and can be found in parts of Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.

Brachystegia manga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystegia manga?

Brachystegia manga

What is the common name of Brachystegia manga?

Mango Brachystegia

What is the natural habitat of Brachystegia manga?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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