Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Sastry
Source:
ildis
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India10: 243 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193147
Common Names
- Burkilliodendron Album
- White Burkillia
- White Burkilliodendron
Synonyms
- Burkillia alba Ridl. [valid]
- Alloburkillia alba (Ridl.) Whitmore [valid]
Description
Burkilliodendron album (also called 'White Burkilliodendron', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Australia. It has a spreading crown and is covered in small, white flowers. It is found in moist, sheltered forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Burkilliodendron album is a shrub native to Australia, and is used for its ornamental value in landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control, and its foliage is used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Burkilliodendron album is a small, yellow, globular flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and yellow flowers.
Cultivation and Propagation
Burkilliodendron album is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to the dry regions of Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate drought.
Where to Find Burkilliodendron album
Burkilliodendron album is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Burkilliodendron album FAQ
What is the scientific name of Burkilliodendron album?
Burkilliodendron album
What type of plant is Burkilliodendron album?
Tree
Where is Burkilliodendron album native to?
Indonesia
Species in the Burkilliodendron genus
Species in the Fabaceae family