Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
212746

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Meeuwen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles32: 216 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212075



Common Names

  • Pericopsis angolensis
  • Angolensis Pericopsis
  • Angolensis' Pericopsis


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Synonyms

  • Pericopsis angolensis subtomentosa (De Wild.) Meeuwen [unknown]
  • Afrormosia angolensis (Baker) De Wild. [unknown]
  • Ormosia angolensis Baker [valid]
  • Afrormosia angolensis (Baker) Harms [valid]

Description

Pericopsis angolensis (also called African teak, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Africa. It grows in lowland rainforests, seasonally dry forests, and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pericopsis angolensis is used in furniture making, flooring, and boat building. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pericopsis angolensis for. brasseuriana (De Wild.) Brummitt
Pericopsis angolensis for. intermedia Yakovlev
Pericopsis angolensis for. angolensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pericopsis angolensis has small, yellow flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericopsis angolensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Pericopsis angolensis

Pericopsis angolensis is native to Africa and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in Angola.

Pericopsis angolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericopsis angolensis?

Pericopsis angolensis

What is the common name of Pericopsis angolensis?

African Teak

Where is Pericopsis angolensis found?

Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
M.S. Knaap-van Meeuwen (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meeuwen' in the authors string.