Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pachyanthum
ID:
168461

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) J.Léonard

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles24: 59 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167790

Common Names

  • Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum
  • African Ironwood
  • African Teak

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Synonyms

  • Macrolobium pachyanthum Harms [valid]

Description

Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum (also called Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which root easily and quickly. Seeds can also be used, but they may take longer to germinate.

Where to Find Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum

Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum is native to tropical Africa. It is found in the countries of Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum?

Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum

What is the common name of Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum?

Pachyanthe tree

What is the natural range of Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum?

West Africa

Species in the Gilbertiodendron genus

Gilbertiodendron aylmeri, Gilbertiodendron barbulatum, Gilbertiodendron bilineatum, Gilbertiodendron brachystegioides, Gilbertiodendron breynei, Gilbertiodendron demonstrans, Gilbertiodendron dewevrei, Gilbertiodendron grandiflorum, Gilbertiodendron grandistipulatum, Gilbertiodendron imenoense, Gilbertiodendron ivorense, Gilbertiodendron klainei, Gilbertiodendron limba, Gilbertiodendron limosum, Gilbertiodendron mayombense, Gilbertiodendron ngouniense, Gilbertiodendron obliquum, Gilbertiodendron ogoouense, Gilbertiodendron pachyanthum, Gilbertiodendron preussii, Gilbertiodendron splendidum, Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum, Gilbertiodendron unijugum, Gilbertiodendron zenkeri, Gilbertiodendron robynsianum, Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum, Gilbertiodendron newberyi, Gilbertiodendron diphyllum, Gilbertiodendron tonkolili, Gilbertiodendron jongkindii, Gilbertiodendron maximum, Gilbertiodendron ecoukense, Gilbertiodendron minkebense, Gilbertiodendron ebo, Gilbertiodendron quinquejugum, Gilbertiodendron breteleri, Gilbertiodendron bambolense, Gilbertiodendron sulfureum, Gilbertiodendron scutatum,

Species in the Fabaceae family