Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
elata
ID:
212754

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Meeuwen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1962

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212083



Common Names

  • Pericopsis elata
  • Elata Pericopsis
  • Elata's Pericopsis


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Synonyms

  • Afrormosia elata Harms [valid]

Description

Pericopsis elata (also called African teak, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that can grow up to 25 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in tropical moist lowland and montane forests. It has a straight trunk and a conical crown, with a grey-brown bark and yellow-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pericopsis elata 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pericopsis elata 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 elata 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 elata

Pericopsis elata is native to Africa and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in South Africa.

Pericopsis elata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericopsis elata?

Pericopsis elata

What is the common name of Pericopsis elata?

African Teak

Where is Pericopsis elata found?

West Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
M.S. Knaap-van Meeuwen (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meeuwen' in the authors string.