Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
unijugum
ID:
168605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pellegr.) J.Léonard

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles24: 60 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167934

Common Names

  • Ivory Coast Mahogany
  • Ivory Coast Rain Tree
  • Ivory Coast Cedar

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Synonyms

  • Macrolobium unijugum Pellegr. [valid]

Description

Gilbertiodendron unijugum (also called Unijugum Gilbertiodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gilbertiodendron unijugum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. It has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gilbertiodendron unijugum has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilbertiodendron unijugum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in bright, indirect light. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Gilbertiodendron unijugum

Gilbertiodendron unijugum is found in tropical rainforests of western and central Africa.

Gilbertiodendron unijugum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilbertiodendron unijugum?

Gilbertiodendron unijugum

What is the common name of Gilbertiodendron unijugum?

One-jointed Gilbertiodendron

What is the natural habitat of Gilbertiodendron unijugum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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