Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
169666

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Craib & Stapf

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1912: 93 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168995

Common Names

  • Isoberlinia tomentosa
  • African Ironwood
  • Tigerwood

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Synonyms

  • Isoberlinia dalzielii Craib & Stapf [valid]
  • Berlinia dalzielii (Craib & Stapf) Baker f. [valid]
  • Berlinia tomentosa Harms [valid]
  • Berlinia verdickii De Wild. [valid]
  • Westia tomentosa (Harms) J.F.Macbr. [valid]

Description

Isoberlinia tomentosa (also called African rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Africa, where it is found in Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Isoberlinia tomentosa is used as a timber for construction, furniture, and tools. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isoberlinia tomentosa is a small, white or yellowish-white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, flat, brown, and round shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a dark green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoberlinia tomentosa is a medium-sized tree native to tropical Africa. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental tree in tropical and subtropical regions. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks.

Where to Find Isoberlinia tomentosa

Isoberlinia tomentosa is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Isoberlinia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoberlinia tomentosa?

Isoberlinia tomentosa

What is the common name of Isoberlinia tomentosa?

Tomentose Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Isoberlinia tomentosa?

Dry savannas and woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.