Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
splendidum
ID:
168533

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev. ex Hutch. & Dalziel) J.Léonard

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles24: 59 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167862

Common Names

  • Gilbertiodendron Splendidum
  • Splendid Gilbertiodendron
  • Splendid Tree

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Synonyms

  • Macrolobium splendidum (A.Chev. ex Hutch. & Dalziel) Pellegr. [valid]
  • Berlinia splendida A.Chev. ex Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]

Description

Gilbertiodendron splendidum (also called 'Splendid Gilbertiodendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in tropical moist lowland forests and tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gilbertiodendron splendidum is used as a timber tree, for fuel wood, and for shade in coffee plantations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gilbertiodendron splendidum are yellow and cup-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilbertiodendron splendidum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Gilbertiodendron splendidum

Gilbertiodendron splendidum is native to Cameroon and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Gilbertiodendron splendidum FAQ

What is the common name of Gilbertiodendron splendidum?

Splendid gilbertiodendron

What is the growth habit of Gilbertiodendron splendidum?

It is a medium-sized evergreen tree

What is the native range of Gilbertiodendron splendidum?

It is native to Central and South America

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

References

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.