Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
globiflora
ID:
169772

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Troupin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles20: 314 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169101

Common Names

  • Globeflower Tree
  • Globeflower Wood
  • Julbernardia Tree

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Synonyms

  • Isoberlinia globiflora (Benth.) Hutch. [valid]
  • Pseudoberlinia globiflora (Benth.) P.A.Duvign. [deprecated]
  • Berlinia eminii Taub. [unknown]
  • Julbernardia globifera (Benth.) Troupin [unknown]
  • Brachystegia globiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Berlinia eminii Taub. [valid]
  • Berlinia globiflora (Benth.) Harms ex Engl. [valid]
  • Westia eminii (Taub.) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Pseudoberlinia globiflora (Benth.) P.A.Duvign. [valid]

Description

Julbernardia globiflora (also called Julbernardia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical Africa. It typically grows in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks. It has a straight trunk and a dense, rounded crown.

Uses & Benefits

Julbernardia globiflora is used as an ornamental plant, as a forage crop, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Julbernardia globiflora has small, white or lavender flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Julbernardia globiflora is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.

Where to Find Julbernardia globiflora

Julbernardia globiflora can be found in tropical Africa.

Julbernardia globiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Julbernardia globiflora?

Julbernardia globiflora

What is the common name of Julbernardia globiflora?

Globe-flower

What is the family of Julbernardia globiflora?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Georges M.D.J. Troupin (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Troupin' in the authors string.