Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
779551

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Benth.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 463 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778884



Common Names

  • Kigelia africana
  • Kigelia african
  • Kigelia afric


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Description

Kigelia africana (also called Sausage Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, savannas, and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kigelia africana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a shade tree and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Kigelia africana sub. moosa (Sprague) Bidgood & Verdc.
Kigelia africana sub. africana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kigelia africana has large, bell-shaped flowers that are pinkish-red in color. The seeds are large, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have large, oval-shaped leaves that are bright green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kigelia africana is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It is best to soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to speed up germination.

Where to Find Kigelia africana

Kigelia africana is native to Africa. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Kigelia africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kigelia africana?

Kigelia africana

What is the common name of Kigelia africana?

Sausage Tree

What is the natural habitat of Kigelia africana?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Kigelia genus

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:109874-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].