Status:
valid
Authors:
Wight & Arn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 258 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200433
Common Names
- Dunbaria ferruginea
- Ferruginous Dunbaria
- Ferruginous Dunbaria Vine
Synonyms
- Collaea venosa Graham [invalid]
- Cylista ferruginea Wight & Arn. [valid]
Description
Dunbaria ferruginea (also called African Bitterwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has pinnate leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in forests, woodlands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Dunbaria ferruginea is used as a source of fuelwood and timber for construction and furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dunbaria ferruginea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dunbaria ferruginea is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in a wide range of soils. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent positions when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood in summer.
Where to Find Dunbaria ferruginea
Dunbaria ferruginea can be found in India.
Dunbaria ferruginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dunbaria ferruginea?
Dunbaria ferruginea
What is the common name of Dunbaria ferruginea?
Ferruginous Dunbaria
What is the natural habitat of Dunbaria ferruginea?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Dunbaria genus
Dunbaria villosa,
Dunbaria podocarpa,
Dunbaria punctata,
Dunbaria debilis,
Dunbaria fusca,
Dunbaria circinalis,
Dunbaria ferruginea,
Dunbaria glabra,
Dunbaria glandulosa,
Dunbaria lecomtei,
Dunbaria longiracemosa,
Dunbaria truncata,
Dunbaria bella,
Dunbaria gracilipes,
Dunbaria cumingiana,
Dunbaria floresiana,
Dunbaria incana,
Dunbaria rubella,
Dunbaria longicarpa,
Dunbaria trichodon,
Species in the Fabaceae family