Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
169644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huber

Source:
ildis

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Goeldi Hist. Nat. Ethnogr.5: 384 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168973



Common Names

  • Cynometra longifolia
  • Long-leaved Cynometra
  • Cynometra ramiflora


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Description

Cynometra longifolia (also called 'Long-Leaved Cynometra', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It grows in dry, open, rocky areas and can reach a height of up to 30 m. It has yellow-green flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynometra longifolia has small, yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are thin and have small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra longifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -30°F. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to water regularly. The plant can be divided in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Cynometra longifolia

Cynometra longifolia is native to tropical Africa.

Cynometra longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra longifolia?

Cynometra longifolia

What is the common name of Cynometra longifolia?

Long-Leaved Cynometra

What is the habitat of Cynometra longifolia?

Moist, well-drained soils in savannas, woodlands, and forest margins

Species in the Cynometra genus

Cynometra alexandri, Cynometra ananta, Cynometra brachyrrhachis, Cynometra cauliflora, Cynometra congensis, Cynometra engleri, Cynometra filifera, Cynometra gillmanii, Cynometra greenwayi, Cynometra hankei, Cynometra leonensis, Cynometra letestui, Cynometra longipedicellata, Cynometra lujae, Cynometra mannii, Cynometra megalophylla, Cynometra michelsonii, Cynometra nyangensis, Cynometra oddonii, Cynometra palustris, Cynometra pedicellata, Cynometra sanagaensis, Cynometra schlechteri, Cynometra sessiliflora, Cynometra suaheliensis, Cynometra trinitensis, Cynometra ulugurensis, Cynometra vogelii, Cynometra webberi, Cynometra duckei, Cynometra longicuspis, Cynometra longifolia, Cynometra oaxacana, Cynometra portoricensis, Cynometra retusa, Cynometra schottiana, Cynometra sphaerocarpa, Cynometra stenopetala, Cynometra americana, Cynometra cubensis, Cynometra cuneata, Cynometra marginata, Cynometra parvifolia, Cynometra hostmanniana, Cynometra hemitomophylla, Cynometra bauhiniifolia, Cynometra crassifolia, Cynometra lukei, Cynometra fissicuspis,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Jacques Huber (1867-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huber' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:74352-2: Based on the initial data import