Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
200134

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guill. & Perr.) Roberty

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Fondam. Afrique Noire, Sér. A, Sci. Nat.16: 354 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199463

Common Names

  • Philenoptera Laxiflora
  • Laxiflora Philenoptera
  • Laxiflora Longpod

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Synonyms

  • Lonchocarpus philenoptera Benth. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus laxiflorus Guill. & Perr. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus sophiae Kotschy & Peyr. [valid]
  • Philenoptera kotschyana Fenzl [invalid]
  • Dalbergia schimperiana Hochst. ex A.Rich. [valid]
  • Philenoptera heuglini Pritz. [valid]

Description

Philenoptera laxiflora (also called Laxiflora, 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

Philenoptera laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philenoptera laxiflora is a yellowish-white color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is a small, black, 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

Philenoptera laxiflora 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 Philenoptera laxiflora

Philenoptera laxiflora is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Philenoptera laxiflora FAQ

What is the common name of Philenoptera laxiflora?

Lax-flowered Philenoptera

What is the habitat of Philenoptera laxiflora?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia.

What are the uses of Philenoptera laxiflora?

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

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Guy Edouard Roberty (1907-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roberty' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:514230-1: Based on the initial data import