Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
monophylla
ID:
212743

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler & C.G.O.Drude, Veg. Erde9(III 1): 533 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212072

Common Names

  • Haplormosia monophylla
  • Monophylla Haplormosia
  • Monophylla's Haplormosia

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Synonyms

  • Ormosia monophylla (Harms) Stapf [valid]
  • Haplormosia ledermannii Harms [valid]
  • Crudia monophylla Harms [valid]

Description

Haplormosia monophylla (also called Haplormosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Africa. It grows in lowland rainforests, seasonally dry forests, and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Haplormosia monophylla is used as a traditional medicine for treating malaria, fever, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Haplormosia monophylla has small, yellow flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplormosia monophylla is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Haplormosia monophylla

Haplormosia monophylla is native to Africa and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in South Africa.

Haplormosia monophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haplormosia monophylla?

Haplormosia monophylla

What is the common name of Haplormosia monophylla?

African Teak

Where is Haplormosia monophylla found?

West Africa

Species in the Haplormosia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family