Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
taxifolia
ID:
214683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.33: 155 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214012

Common Names

  • Brachystegia taxifolia
  • Taxi Brachystegia
  • African Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Brachystegia subfalcato-foliolata De Wild. [valid]
  • Brachystegia mimosifolia Hutch. & Burtt Davy [valid]

Description

Brachystegia taxifolia (also called 'African Mahogany', among many other common names) is a species of tree native to tropical Africa. It is an evergreen tree that grows to a height of around 30 m. It has pinnate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystegia taxifolia is used as a medicinal plant, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachystegia taxifolia has small, yellow flowers, each with 10-15 stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough, pitted surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystegia taxifolia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the root crowns. Seeds should be sown in early spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Brachystegia taxifolia

Brachystegia taxifolia can be found in tropical Africa.

Brachystegia taxifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystegia taxifolia?

Brachystegia taxifolia

What is the family of Brachystegia taxifolia?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Brachystegia taxifolia?

African mahogany

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