Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
alluaudianum
ID:
196630

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Vig.) Villiers

Source:
ildis

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia16: 66 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195959



Common Names

  • Alluaudianum Alantsilodendron
  • Alluaud's Alantsilodendron
  • Alluaud's Silk Tree


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Synonyms

  • Dichrostachys alluaudiana R.Vig. [valid]

Description

Alantsilodendron alluaudianum (also called Alluaud's alantsilodendron, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It has a grey-brown bark and an upright habit. The leaves are pinnate, with leaflets that are oblong and pointed. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Alantsilodendron alluaudianum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alantsilodendron alluaudianum has yellow flowers and small, brown, flattened seeds. The seedlings have long, slender stems and delicate, bipinnate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alantsilodendron alluaudianum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. It can also be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Alantsilodendron alluaudianum

Alantsilodendron alluaudianum can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.

Alantsilodendron alluaudianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alantsilodendron alluaudianum?

Alantsilodendron alluaudianum

What is the common name of Alantsilodendron alluaudianum?

Alluaudianum Alantsilodendron

What is the natural habitat of Alantsilodendron alluaudianum?

Dry deciduous forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.
Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.