Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) J.Léonard
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles24: 59 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167811
Common Names
- Preuss's Mahogany
- African Mahogany
- Ivory Coast Mahogany
Synonyms
- Gilbertiodendron taiense Aubrév. [invalid]
- Macrolobium preussii Harms [valid]
Description
Gilbertiodendron preussii (also called Gilbertiodendron preussii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Gilbertiodendron preussii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gilbertiodendron preussii is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gilbertiodendron preussii is a slow-growing tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Gilbertiodendron preussii
Gilbertiodendron preussii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Gilbertiodendron preussii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gilbertiodendron preussii?
Gilbertiodendron preussii
What is the common name of Gilbertiodendron preussii?
Preuss's tree
What is the natural range of Gilbertiodendron preussii?
West Africa
Species in the Gilbertiodendron genus
Gilbertiodendron aylmeri,
Gilbertiodendron barbulatum,
Gilbertiodendron bilineatum,
Gilbertiodendron brachystegioides,
Gilbertiodendron breynei,
Gilbertiodendron demonstrans,
Gilbertiodendron dewevrei,
Gilbertiodendron grandiflorum,
Gilbertiodendron grandistipulatum,
Gilbertiodendron imenoense,
Gilbertiodendron ivorense,
Gilbertiodendron klainei,
Gilbertiodendron limba,
Gilbertiodendron limosum,
Gilbertiodendron mayombense,
Gilbertiodendron ngouniense,
Gilbertiodendron obliquum,
Gilbertiodendron ogoouense,
Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum,
Gilbertiodendron preussii,
Gilbertiodendron splendidum,
Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum,
Gilbertiodendron unijugum,
Gilbertiodendron zenkeri,
Gilbertiodendron robynsianum,
Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum,
Gilbertiodendron newberyi,
Gilbertiodendron diphyllum,
Gilbertiodendron tonkolili,
Gilbertiodendron jongkindii,
Gilbertiodendron maximum,
Gilbertiodendron ecoukense,
Gilbertiodendron minkebense,
Gilbertiodendron ebo,
Gilbertiodendron quinquejugum,
Gilbertiodendron breteleri,
Gilbertiodendron bambolense,
Gilbertiodendron sulfureum,
Gilbertiodendron scutatum,
Species in the Fabaceae family