Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megalocephala
ID:
1427556

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Rados.

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys127: 13 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443721



Common Names

  • Cynometra Megalocephala
  • Megalocephal Cynometra
  • Megalocephal Tree


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Description

Cynometra megalocephala (also called Large-headed Cynometra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Caesalpinioideae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest, moist savanna, and dry forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra megalocephala has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a dietary supplement.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynometra megalocephala has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra megalocephala is an evergreen tree that grows to a height of 10-20 m (30-60 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a pot of moist compost.

Where to Find Cynometra megalocephala

Cynometra megalocephala is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests or along stream banks.

Cynometra megalocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra megalocephala?

Cynometra megalocephala

What is the family of Cynometra megalocephala?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Cynometra megalocephala?

Large-Headed Cynometra

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 hondurensis, 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

Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.