Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
196671

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Renvoize) Villiers

Source:
ildis

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 219 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196000

Common Names

  • Gagnebina microcephala
  • Small-headed Gagnebina
  • Microcephala Gagnebina

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Synonyms

  • Gagnebina commersoniana aldabrensis G.P.Lewis & P.Guinet [valid]
  • Dichrostachys microcephala Renvoize [valid]
  • Dichrostachys microcephala Renvoize, p.p. [deprecated]
  • Gagnebina commersoniana aldabrensis G.P.Lewis & Guinet [unknown]

Description

Gagnebina microcephala (also called Small-Headed Gagnebina, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands. It has a smooth, grey bark and pinnate leaves with 3-5 leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Gagnebina microcephala is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of fuelwood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gagnebina microcephala is small and 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Gagnebina microcephala 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 Gagnebina microcephala

Gagnebina microcephala is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands.

Gagnebina microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gagnebina microcephala?

Gagnebina microcephala

What is the common name of Gagnebina microcephala?

Small-headed Sneeze-wood

What is the family of Gagnebina microcephala?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.
Stephen Andrew Renvoize (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renvoize' in the authors string.