Dialium angolense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Welw. ex Oliv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 283 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166465
Common Names
- Dialium Angolense
- Angolense Dialium
- Dialium Tree
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- Dialium evrardii Steyaert [valid]
Description
Dialium angolense (also called Dialium, among many other common names) is a large tree that grows up to 30 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests. It has a straight trunk and its bark is smooth and grey in color.
Uses & Benefits
Dialium angolense is used as a source of wood for construction, furniture, and fuel. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dialium angolense are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.
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Dialium angolense is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny spot in well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot until they root.
Where to Find Dialium angolense
Dialium angolense is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, lowland forests.
Dialium angolense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dialium angolense?
Dialium angolense
What is the common name of Dialium angolense?
Angola Velvet Tamarind
What is the natural habitat of Dialium angolense?
Tropical rainforests in Africa
Species in the Dialium genus
Dialium angolense, Dialium bipindense, Dialium dinklagei, Dialium englerianum, Dialium excelsum, Dialium graciliflorum, Dialium guineense, Dialium hexasepalum, Dialium holtzii, Dialium kasaiense, Dialium latifolium, Dialium orientale, Dialium pachyphyllum, Dialium pentandrum, Dialium pobeguinii, Dialium poggei, Dialium polyanthum, Dialium reygaerti, Dialium schlechteri, Dialium tessmannii, Dialium guianense, Dialium ovoideum, Dialium madagascariense, Dialium occidentale, Dialium unifoliolatum, Dialium cochinchinense, Dialium indum, Dialium platysepalum, Dialium travancoricum, Dialium hydnocarpoides, Dialium kunstleri, Dialium lopense, Dialium rondoniense, Dialium hexaestaminatum, Dialium congestum, Dialium zenkeri, Dialium heterophyllum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dialium angolense Welw. ex Oliv.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.