Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
1059479

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Hepper

Source:
tro

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.26: 565 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001058817

Common Names

  • Parviflora
  • Parviflora Tree
  • Parviflora Wood

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Uses & Benefits

Afzelia parviflora is used for timber and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Afzelia parviflora is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender and have a single leaf with a single small yellow flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afzelia parviflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Afzelia parviflora

Afzelia parviflora is native to Africa and can be found in dry, open woods.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Frank Nigel Hepper (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hepper' in the authors string.