Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cauliflora
ID:
166512

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 382 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165841

Common Names

  • Cynometra cauliflora
  • Cauliflower Tree
  • Cabbage Tree

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Synonyms

  • Cynometra cauliflora subsessilis Hassk. [unknown]
  • Cynometra cauliflora elongatis Hassk. [unknown]
  • Cynometra acutifolia S.Vidal [unknown]
  • Cynometra acutiflora S.Vidal [unknown]

Description

Cynometra cauliflora (also called Cauliflower Tree, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that typically grows up to 30 meters in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra cauliflora is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The timber is used for furniture, construction, and firewood. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynometra cauliflora is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra cauliflora is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings. The tree prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Cynometra cauliflora

Cynometra cauliflora is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Cynometra cauliflora FAQ

What is the common name of Cynometra cauliflora?

Mountain Ebony

Where does Cynometra cauliflora grow?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

What is the growth rate of Cynometra cauliflora?

It has a slow to moderate growth rate.

Species in the Cynometra genus

Cynometra alexandri, Cynometra ananta, Cynometra brachyrrhachis, Cynometra cauliflora, Cynometra congensis, Cynometra engleri, Cynometra filifera, Cynometra gillmanii, Cynometra greenwayi, Cynometra hankei, Cynometra leonensis, Cynometra letestui, Cynometra longipedicellata, Cynometra lujae, Cynometra mannii, Cynometra megalophylla, Cynometra michelsonii, Cynometra nyangensis, Cynometra oddonii, Cynometra palustris, Cynometra pedicellata, Cynometra sanagaensis, Cynometra schlechteri, Cynometra sessiliflora, Cynometra suaheliensis, Cynometra trinitensis, Cynometra ulugurensis, Cynometra vogelii, Cynometra webberi, Cynometra duckei, Cynometra hondurensis, Cynometra longicuspis, Cynometra longifolia, Cynometra oaxacana, Cynometra portoricensis, Cynometra retusa, Cynometra schottiana, Cynometra sphaerocarpa, Cynometra stenopetala, Cynometra americana, Cynometra cubensis, Cynometra cuneata, Cynometra marginata, Cynometra parvifolia, Cynometra hostmanniana, Cynometra hemitomophylla, Cynometra bauhiniifolia, Cynometra crassifolia, Cynometra lukei, Cynometra fissicuspis,

Species in the Fabaceae family