Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pilosum
ID:
196642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Villiers

Source:
ildis

Year:
1994

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195971



Common Names

  • Pilosum Alantsilodendron
  • Hairy Alantsilodendron
  • Hairy Silk Tree


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Synonyms

  • Dichrostachys cinerea R.Vig. [illegitimate]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alantsilodendron pilosum 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 pilosum

Alantsilodendron pilosum is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands.

Alantsilodendron pilosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alantsilodendron pilosum?

Alantsilodendron pilosum

What is the common name of Alantsilodendron pilosum?

Pilosum Alantsilodendron

What is the natural habitat of Alantsilodendron pilosum?

Dry deciduous forests

Species in the Fabaceae family