Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
196913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Vig.) Du Puy & Labat

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196242

Common Names

  • Sylvichadsia Grandiflora
  • Large-flowered Sylichadsia
  • Grandiflora Sylichadsia

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Synonyms

  • Chadsia grandiflora R.Vig. [unknown]

Description

Sylvichadsia grandiflora (also called 'Large-flowered sylvichadsia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Sylvichadsia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sylvichadsia grandiflora has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sylvichadsia grandiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Sylvichadsia grandiflora

Sylvichadsia grandiflora is native to the dry deciduous forests of western and central Madagascar.

Sylvichadsia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sylvichadsia grandiflora?

Sylvichadsia grandiflora

What are the common names of Sylvichadsia grandiflora?

Large-flowered Chadsia

What is the natural habitat of Sylvichadsia grandiflora?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-42818: Based on the initial data import
David J. Du Puy (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Du Puy' in the authors string.
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.