Dichrostachys akataensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
akataensis
ID:
196647
Status:
valid
Authors:
Villiers
Source:
ildis
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 207 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195976
Common Names
- Akataensis Dichrostachys
- Akata Dichrostachys
- Akata Combretum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dichrostachys akataensis (also called Akata dichrostachys, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It has a grey-brown bark and an upright habit. The leaves are pinnate, with leaflets that are oblong and pointed. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Dichrostachys akataensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dichrostachys akataensis is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, smooth outer shell. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dichrostachys akataensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a medium that is kept moist until rooted.
Where to Find Dichrostachys akataensis
Dichrostachys akataensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands.
Dichrostachys akataensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dichrostachys akataensis?
Dichrostachys akataensis
What is the common name of Dichrostachys akataensis?
Akataensis Dichrostachys
What is the natural habitat of Dichrostachys akataensis?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Dichrostachys genus
Dichrostachys cinerea, Dichrostachys spicata, Dichrostachys kirkii, Dichrostachys myriophylla, Dichrostachys pervilleana, Dichrostachys akataensis, Dichrostachys arborescens, Dichrostachys bernieriana, Dichrostachys dumetaria, Dichrostachys paucifoliolata, Dichrostachys richardiana, Dichrostachys scottiana, Dichrostachys tenuifolia, Dichrostachys unijuga, Dichrostachys venosa, Dichrostachys dehiscens, Dichrostachys paucifoliolatus, Dichrostachys pervilleanus,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dichrostachys akataensis Villiers: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.