Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mildbraedii
ID:
214566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem8: 151 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213895

Common Names

  • Brachystegia mildbraedii
  • Mildbraedii Brachystegia
  • Mildbraed's Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Brachystegia nzang Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Cynometra pachycarpa A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Brachystegia mildbraedii (also called Mildbraed's Brachystegia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands. It is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 m tall and has small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystegia mildbraedii is used as a fuelwood and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachystegia mildbraedii has small yellow flowers and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystegia mildbraedii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer for best results.

Where to Find Brachystegia mildbraedii

Brachystegia mildbraedii is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Brachystegia mildbraedii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystegia mildbraedii?

Brachystegia mildbraedii

What is the common name of Brachystegia mildbraedii?

Mildbraed's brachystegia

What is the habitat of Brachystegia mildbraedii?

It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, 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