Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
africana
ID:
212739

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.18: 2 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212068

Common Names

  • Dalhousiea africana
  • Africana Dalhousiea
  • Africana's Dalhousiea

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Synonyms

  • Dalhousiea africana griseopilosa De Wild. [unknown]
  • Dalhousiea africana sapinii De Wild. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Dalhousiea africana 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

Dalhousiea africana has small, yellow 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

Dalhousiea africana 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 Dalhousiea africana

Dalhousiea africana is native to Africa and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in South Africa.

Dalhousiea africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalhousiea africana?

Dalhousiea africana

What is the family of Dalhousiea africana?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Dalhousiea africana?

African Dalhousiea

Species in the Dalhousiea genus

Species in the Fabaceae family