Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nigerica
ID:
214608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoyle & A.P.D.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.2: 68 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213937

Common Names

  • Nigerian Brachystegia
  • Nigerian Brachystegia
  • Nigerian Brachystegia

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Description

Brachystegia nigerica (also called Nigerian Brachystegia, among many other common names) is a woody climber native to tropical Africa. It is found in moist forests, thickets, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystegia nigerica is used for its wood, which is strong and durable, and is used for making furniture, fence posts, and railway ties. It is also used for its fragrant flowers, which are used in perfumes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachystegia nigerica has small, yellow flowers with a long spur and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystegia nigerica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Brachystegia nigerica

Brachystegia nigerica is native to tropical Africa. It is found in dry, sandy habitats, such as savannas and woodlands.

Brachystegia nigerica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystegia nigerica?

Brachystegia nigerica

What is the common name of Brachystegia nigerica?

Nigerian Brachystegia

What is the natural habitat of Brachystegia nigerica?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Africa

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

References

Arthur Clague Hoyle (1904-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoyle' in the authors string.
Alan Philip Dalby Jones (1918-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.D.Jones' in the authors string.