Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
200147

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
F.A.W.Miquel, Pl. Jungh.: 264 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199476



Common Names

  • Phanera Bracteata
  • Bracteata Phanera
  • Bracteata Mountain Ebony


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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia bracteata (Benth.) Graham ex Baker [valid]
  • Bauhinia bracteata bracteata [unknown]

Description

Phanera bracteata (also called Bracteata, among many other common names) is a species of legume in the Fabaceae family. It is a small to medium-sized tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, riverine forests, and wooded savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Phanera bracteata is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phanera bracteata sub. astylosa (K.Larsen & S.S.Larsen) Bandyop., Ghoshal & M.K.Pathak
Phanera bracteata sub. bracteata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phanera bracteata is a white to yellowish-white color and is about 3 cm in diameter. The seed is a large, flattened, brown, bean-like structure with a pointed end. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phanera bracteata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Phanera bracteata

Phanera bracteata is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Phanera bracteata FAQ

What is the common name of Phanera bracteata?

Bracted Phanera

What is the habitat of Phanera bracteata?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

What are the uses of Phanera bracteata?

The leaves of Phanera bracteata are used as a medicinal herb and the wood is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and other wood products.

Species in the Phanera genus

Phanera vahlii, Phanera coccinea, Phanera pyrrhoclada, Phanera bassacensis, Phanera bracteata, Phanera ferruginea, Phanera glabrifolia, Phanera integrifolia, Phanera involucellata, Phanera nervosa, Phanera similis, Phanera macrostachya, Phanera sulphurea, Phanera khasiana, Phanera lyrata, Phanera meeboldii, Phanera ornata, Phanera pottingeri, Phanera semibifida, Phanera stipularis, Phanera audax, Phanera bidentata, Phanera crudiantha, Phanera cuprea, Phanera decumbens, Phanera elmeri, Phanera argentea, Phanera excelsa, Phanera finlaysoniana, Phanera fulva, Phanera glabristipes, Phanera gracillima, Phanera hendersonii, Phanera kockiana, Phanera lambiana, Phanera lingua, Phanera lucida, Phanera menispermacea, Phanera merrilliana, Phanera pachyphylla, Phanera pauciflora, Phanera posthumi, Phanera praesignis, Phanera pyrrhaneura, Phanera sylvani, Phanera williamsii, Phanera wrayi, Phanera ridleyi, Phanera yunnanensis, Phanera aherniana,

Species in the Fabaceae family