Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
klainei
ID:
170158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pierre ex Harms) Hoyle

Source:
ildis

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 29: 18 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169487



Common Names

  • Klaine's Librevillea
  • Klaine's Librevillea Tree
  • Klaine Librevillea


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Synonyms

  • Brachystegia klainei Pierre ex Harms [valid]

Description

Librevillea klainei (also called Klaine's Librevillea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Gabon and is found in dry, open areas. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are alternate and simple.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Librevillea klainei has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round and its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Librevillea klainei is a small, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Gabon. It is drought-tolerant and can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the shrub is relatively drought-tolerant and can survive in dry conditions.

Where to Find Librevillea klainei

Librevillea klainei is native to Gabon and can be found in the coastal forests.

Librevillea klainei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Librevillea klainei?

Librevillea klainei

What is the common name of Librevillea klainei?

Klaine's librevillea

Where is Librevillea klainei native to?

West Africa

Species in the Librevillea genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Arthur Clague Hoyle (1904-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoyle' in the authors string.