Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blanco) Fern.-Vill.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
F.M.Blanco, Fl. Filip., ed. 3, 4(13A): 72 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206081
Common Names
- Afzelia rhomboidea
- Rhomboidea Afzelia
- Rhomboidea
Synonyms
- Afzelia borneensis Harms [valid]
- Pahudia borneensis (Harms) Merr. [valid]
- Eperua rhomboidea Blanco [valid]
- Pahudia rhomboidea (Blanco) Prain [valid]
- Intsia acuminata Merr. [valid]
- Pahudia acuminata Merr. [valid]
- Afzelia acuminata (Merr.) Harms [valid]
- Pahudia rhomboidea praetermissa de Wit [unknown]
- Afzelia rhomboidea praetermissa J.Leonard [unknown]
- Intsia rhombodea (Blanco) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Afzelia rhomboidea (also called 'Rhomboid afzelia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has bright green, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Afzelia rhomboidea is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a timber tree for its hardwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, yellow, in racemes. Seed: small, brown, smooth, and flattened. Seedlings: with two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Afzelia rhomboidea is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and will tolerate partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and can be propagated by division.
Where to Find Afzelia rhomboidea
Afzelia rhomboidea is native to Southeast Asia.
Afzelia rhomboidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Afzelia rhomboidea?
Afzelia rhomboidea
What is the common name of Afzelia rhomboidea?
Rhomboid afzelia
What is the family of Afzelia rhomboidea?
Fabaceae
Species in the Afzelia genus
Afzelia xylocarpa,
Afzelia cambodensis,
Afzelia martabanica,
Afzelia javanica,
Afzelia rhomboidea,
Afzelia bella,
Afzelia bipindensis,
Afzelia pachyloba,
Afzelia peturei,
Afzelia quanzensis,
Afzelia africana,
Afzelia parviflora,
Species in the Fabaceae family