Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
scheffleri
ID:
169657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Greenway

Source:
ildis

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1937: 416 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168986

Common Names

  • Isoberlinia Scheffleri
  • African Mahogany
  • African Cedar

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Synonyms

  • Berlinia scheffleri Harms ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Westia scheffleri (Harms) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Berlinia scheffleri Harms [unknown]

Description

Isoberlinia scheffleri (also called 'African Teak', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It grows in dry, open, rocky areas and can reach a height of up to 30 m. It has yellow-green flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Isoberlinia scheffleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoberlinia scheffleri has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoberlinia scheffleri can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Isoberlinia scheffleri

Isoberlinia scheffleri is native to Africa and is found in the dry deciduous forests of West Africa.

Isoberlinia scheffleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoberlinia scheffleri?

Isoberlinia scheffleri

What is the common name of Isoberlinia scheffleri?

Scheffler's Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Isoberlinia scheffleri?

Dry savannas and woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Percy James Greenway (1897-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenway' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:500994-1: Based on the initial data import