Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
densiflora
ID:
172125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Milne-Redh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.41: 234 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171454

Common Names

  • Cordyla densiflora
  • Dense-flowered Cordyla
  • Dense-flowered Cordyline

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Description

Cordyla densiflora (also called Dense-flowered 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 densiflora is used as a source of fuel wood and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cordyla densiflora is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordyla densiflora is a small 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 into individual containers and grown in a sunny location. The tree can also be propagated by cuttings taken from mature branches.

Where to Find Cordyla densiflora

Cordyla densiflora is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It can be found in moist, shady areas of the forest.

Cordyla densiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cordyla densiflora?

Cordyla densiflora

What is the common name of Cordyla densiflora?

Dense-Flowered False Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Cordyla densiflora?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Fabaceae family