Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
212731

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
W.H.Harvey & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Cap.2: 267 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212060

Common Names

  • Calpurnia sericea
  • Sericea Calpurnia
  • Sericea's Calpurnia

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Synonyms

  • Calpurnia mucronulata Harms ex Kuntze [unknown]
  • Calpurnia obovata Schinz [valid]
  • Calpurnia obovata pubescens Yakovlev [valid]

Description

Calpurnia sericea (also called 'Silky Calpurnia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry savanna, wooded grassland, and coastal bushveld.

Uses & Benefits

Calpurnia sericea is used as a traditional medicine for treating malaria, fever, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calpurnia sericea has small, white flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calpurnia sericea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Calpurnia sericea

Calpurnia sericea is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in New South Wales and Queensland.

Calpurnia sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calpurnia sericea?

Calpurnia sericea

What is the family of Calpurnia sericea?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Calpurnia sericea?

Silky Calpurnia

Species in the Fabaceae family