Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
boehmii
ID:
214373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler (ed.), Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas, C: 197 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213702

Common Names

  • Boehm's Brachystegia
  • Boehm's Brachystegia
  • Boehm's Brachystegia

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Synonyms

  • Brachystegia kalongoensis De Wild. [valid]
  • Brachystegia luishiensis De Wild. [valid]
  • Brachystegia ferruginea De Wild. [valid]
  • Brachystegia filiformis Hutch. & Burtt Davy [valid]
  • Brachystegia flagristipulata Taub. [valid]
  • Brachystegia hopkinsii Suess. [valid]
  • Brachystegia malengensis De Wild. [valid]
  • Brachystegia woodiana Harms [valid]
  • Brachystegia boehmii katangensis (De Wild.) Hoyle [unknown]
  • Brachystegia katangensis De Wild. [valid]
  • Brachystegia ferruginea angustifoliolata De Wild. [unknown]
  • Brachystegia ferruginea interrupta De Wild. [unknown]
  • Brachystegia ferruginea quarrei De Wild. [unknown]
  • Brachystegia ferruginea robynsii De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Brachystegia boehmii (also called African Mahogany, among many other common names) is a large tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystegia boehmii is a species of tree in the pea family. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for timber and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachystegia boehmii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystegia boehmii is a hardy, evergreen tree that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering in spring or summer. Seeds can also be used but they may not come true to type.

Where to Find Brachystegia boehmii

Brachystegia boehmii can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.

Brachystegia boehmii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystegia boehmii?

Brachystegia boehmii

What is the common name of Brachystegia boehmii?

Boehm's Brachystegia

What is the family of Brachystegia boehmii?

Fabaceae

Species in the Brachystegia genus

Brachystegia allenii, Brachystegia angustistipulata, Brachystegia bequaertii, Brachystegia boehmii, Brachystegia bussei, Brachystegia cynometroides, Brachystegia eurycoma, Brachystegia floribunda, Brachystegia glaberrima, Brachystegia kennedyi, Brachystegia laurentii, Brachystegia longifolia, Brachystegia lujae, Brachystegia manga, Brachystegia mildbraedii, Brachystegia nigerica, Brachystegia russelliae, Brachystegia spiciformis, Brachystegia stipulata, Brachystegia tamarindoides, Brachystegia taxifolia, Brachystegia appendiculata, Brachystegia astlei, Brachystegia bournei, Brachystegia letestui, Brachystegia michelmorei, Brachystegia welwitschii, Brachystegia allenii, Brachystegia bakeriana, Brachystegia gossweileri, Brachystegia leonensis, Brachystegia puberula, Brachystegia utilis, Brachystegia oblonga,

Species in the Fabaceae family