Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ramosum
ID:
196644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Villiers

Source:
ildis

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 204 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195973



Common Names

  • Ramosum Alantsilodendron
  • Branched Alantsilodendron
  • Branched Silk Tree


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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alantsilodendron ramosum 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 ramosum 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 ramosum

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

Alantsilodendron ramosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alantsilodendron ramosum?

Alantsilodendron ramosum

What is the common name of Alantsilodendron ramosum?

Ramosum Alantsilodendron

What is the natural habitat of Alantsilodendron ramosum?

Dry deciduous forests

Species in the Fabaceae family