Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
172113

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lour.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cochinch.: 412 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171442

Common Names

  • African Cordyla
  • African Teak
  • African Walnut

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Description

Cordyla africana (also called African Cordyla, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are pinnately compound with 3-5 leaflets. It grows in moist open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Cordyla africana is used as an ornamental plant, for timber production, and as a source of honey. It is also used for soil conservation and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cordyla africana is a white to pale blue, with a yellow keel. The seed is a small, flat, dark brown legume. The seedling has a single pair of cotyledons, and the first true leaves are oval-shaped and covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordyla africana is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted to a sunny location and given plenty of water. The tree should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Cordyla africana

Cordyla africana can be found in tropical Africa.

Cordyla africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cordyla africana?

Cordyla africana

What is the common name of Cordyla africana?

African Cordyla

What is the natural habitat of Cordyla africana?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral

Species in the Fabaceae family