Piptadenia affinis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
175787
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ilustr. Catar.1(Leg.:Mim.): 280 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175116
Common Names
- African Locust Bean
- Mimosa Tree
- Nitta Tree
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- Pityrocarpa affinis Burkart [unknown]
Description
Piptadenia affinis (also called Affinis piptadenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching a height of up to 6 m. It is native to the coastal areas of South Africa and Namibia. It can be found in coastal dunes, sandy soils, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Piptadenia affinis is used as a source of firewood, timber, and charcoal, and its bark is used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piptadenia affinis has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, slender stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Piptadenia affinis is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.
Where to Find Piptadenia affinis
Piptadenia affinis is found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Piptadenia affinis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Piptadenia affinis?
Piptadenia affinis
What is the family of Piptadenia affinis?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Piptadenia affinis?
Mimosa
Species in the Piptadenia genus
Piptadenia adiantoides, Piptadenia gonoacantha, Piptadenia killipii, Piptadenia paniculata, Piptadenia pteroclada, Piptadenia robusta, Piptadenia uliginosa, Piptadenia weberbaueri, Piptadenia laxipinna, Piptadenia micracantha, Piptadenia ramosissima, Piptadenia trisperma, Piptadenia affinis, Piptadenia peruviana, Piptadenia uaupensis, Piptadenia floribunda, Piptadenia minutiflora, Piptadenia anolidurus, Piptadenia buchtienii, Piptadenia cuzcoensis, Piptadenia imatacae, Piptadenia irwinii, Piptadenia santosii, Piptadenia amazonica, Piptadenia boliviana, Piptadenia macradenia, Piptadenia retusa, Piptadenia voronoffii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Piptadenia affinis Burkart: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.