Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 300 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166216
Common Names
- Oblonga Daniellia
- Daniellia Oblonga
- Oblong Daniellia
Synonyms
- Cyanothyrsus oblongus (Oliv.) Harms [valid]
Description
Daniellia oblonga (also called Oblong Daniellia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Daniellia oblonga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daniellia oblonga has white flowers with five petals and a calyx of five sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Daniellia oblonga can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Daniellia oblonga
Daniellia oblonga is native to tropical Africa.
Daniellia oblonga FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daniellia oblonga?
Daniellia oblonga
What is the natural habitat of Daniellia oblonga?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What is the average height of Daniellia oblonga?
Up to 8 meters
Species in the Daniellia genus
Daniellia alsteeniana,
Daniellia klainei,
Daniellia oblonga,
Daniellia ogea,
Daniellia oliveri,
Daniellia pynaertii,
Daniellia soyauxii,
Daniellia thurifera,
Daniellia pilosa,
Daniellia glandulosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family