Status:
valid
Authors:
(Collett & Hemsl.) Thoth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Soc. Bengal19: 132 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001060023
Common Names
- Piliostigma
- Tortuosum
- Twisted Piliostigma
Description
Piliostigma tortuosum (also called twisted piliostigma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae. It is a shrub native to tropical Africa, growing in a variety of habitats. It has trifoliate leaves and produces clusters of yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Piliostigma tortuosum is a legume tree native to Africa. It is used for timber and fuel, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make furniture, musical instruments, and handicrafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Piliostigma tortuosum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Piliostigma tortuosum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-draining medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Piliostigma tortuosum
Piliostigma tortuosum is native to Africa and can be found in the wild in Ethiopia, Sudan, and Somalia.
Species in the Piliostigma genus
Species in the Fabaceae family