Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
212756

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth. ex Baker) Meeuwen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles32: 218 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212085



Common Names

  • Pericopsis laxiflora
  • Laxiflora Pericopsis
  • Laxiflora's Pericopsis


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Synonyms

  • Afrormosia laxiflora (Benth. ex Baker) Harms [valid]
  • Ormosia laxiflora Benth. ex Baker [valid]
  • Pericopsis angolensis laxiflora (Benth. ex Baker) Yakovlev [valid]

Description

Pericopsis laxiflora (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 laxiflora 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 laxiflora 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 laxiflora 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 laxiflora

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

Pericopsis laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericopsis laxiflora?

Pericopsis laxiflora

What is the common name of Pericopsis laxiflora?

African Teak

Where is Pericopsis laxiflora found?

West Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
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.