Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
174769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat.4: 181 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174098



Common Names

  • Parvifolia Cynometra
  • Parvifolia-cynometra
  • Cynometra Parvifolia


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Description

Cynometra parvifolia (also called Small-Leaf Mahogany, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cynometra parvifolia is used as a source of timber and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a shade tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynometra parvifolia has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a white stripe in the middle.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra parvifolia is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Cynometra parvifolia

Cynometra parvifolia is native to tropical Africa and India.

Cynometra parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra parvifolia?

Cynometra parvifolia

What is the common name of Cynometra parvifolia?

Small-leaved cynometra

What is the natural habitat of Cynometra parvifolia?

It is found in moist, open areas, such as wetlands and disturbed habitats.

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