Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mahafalense
ID:
196640

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Vig.) Villiers

Source:
ildis

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia16: 69 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195969



Common Names

  • Mahafalense Alantsilodendron
  • Mahafaly Alantsilodendron
  • Mahafaly Silk Tree


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Synonyms

  • Dichrostachys mahafalensis R.Vig. [valid]

Description

Alantsilodendron mahafalense (also called Mahafaly 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 mahafalense is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alantsilodendron mahafalense is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, smooth outer shell. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alantsilodendron mahafalense 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 mahafalense

Alantsilodendron mahafalense is native to the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.

Alantsilodendron mahafalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alantsilodendron mahafalense?

Alantsilodendron mahafalense

What is the common name of Alantsilodendron mahafalense?

Mahafalense Alantsilodendron

What is the natural habitat of Alantsilodendron mahafalense?

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.