Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenopetala
ID:
169652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dwyer

Source:
ildis

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.45: 331 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168981



Common Names

  • Cynometra Stenopetala
  • African Mahogany
  • African Cedar


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Description

Cynometra stenopetala (also called 'Narrow-Petaled 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 stenopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynometra stenopetala has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynometra stenopetala can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Cynometra stenopetala

Cynometra stenopetala is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Cynometra stenopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynometra stenopetala?

Cynometra stenopetala

What is the common name of Cynometra stenopetala?

Stenopetalous Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Cynometra stenopetala?

Tropical dry forests

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 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