Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
200990

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.41: 237 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200319



Common Names

  • Fordia Pauciflora
  • Pauciflora Fordia
  • Fordia


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Synonyms

  • Millettia cauliflora Prain [valid]

Description

Fordia pauciflora (also called Pauciflora Fordia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 2 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.5 m. It is found in the tropical rainforest of West and Central Africa, and is often found in secondary forests, riverine forests, and wooded grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Fordia pauciflora is used as a dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fordia pauciflora has small, white flowers that are clustered in axillary racemes. Its seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fordia pauciflora is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but does best in tropical and subtropical climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Fordia pauciflora

Fordia pauciflora can be found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Fordia pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fordia pauciflora?

Fordia pauciflora

What is the common name of Fordia pauciflora?

Few-flowered Fordia

What is the natural habitat of Fordia pauciflora?

Moist deciduous forests and scrublands

Species in the Fabaceae family