Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
socotrana
ID:
652167

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schweinf. ex Balf.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Edinburgh 12: 404 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651499



Common Names

  • Dirachma Socotrana
  • Socotrana
  • Dirachma


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Description

Dirachma socotrana (also called Socotran Dirachma, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Socotra archipelago. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 25 meters tall. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in mountain forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dirachma socotrana is used as a source of timber for making furniture and as a source of fuel wood. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dirachma socotrana are small, yellowish-white, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small, ovoid, and reddish-brown in color. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Dirachma socotrana: This species is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix, and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Dirachma socotrana

Dirachma socotrana is native to tropical rainforests in Socotra, an island off the coast of Yemen.

Dirachma socotrana FAQ

What is the common name of Dirachma socotrana?

Socotran Dirachma

What is the natural habitat of Dirachma socotrana?

Tropical rainforests

What is the scientific classification of Dirachma socotrana?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Fabales, Family: Fabaceae, Genus: Dirachma, Species: D. socotrana

Species in the Dirachma genus

Species in the Dirachmaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2772350: Based on the initial data import
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.