Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
stipulaceum
ID:
168555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Leonard

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Fl. Congo Belge & Ruanda-Urundi iii. 436 (1952), in obs.; et in Bull. -Jard.Bot. Brux. xxiv. 60 (1954).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167884

Common Names

  • Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum
  • African Walnut
  • African Teak

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Description

Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum (also called 'Stipulate Gilbertiodendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in tropical moist lowland forests and tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties. It is also used as a shade tree and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum 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 stipulaceum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum

Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum is native to tropical Africa.

Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum?

Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum

What is the common name of Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum?

Stipulate Gilbertiodendron

What is the natural habitat of Gilbertiodendron stipulaceum?

Tropical rainforests

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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:496555-1: Based on the initial data import