Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
viridiramis
ID:
172124

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burch.) Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bot. Centralbl.47: 395 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171453



Common Names

  • Xerocladia viridiramis
  • Green-anthered Xerocladia
  • Green-anthered Treefern


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Synonyms

  • Xerocladia zeyheri Harv. [unknown]
  • Acacia viridiramis Burch. [valid]

Description

Xerocladia viridiramis (also called Green-branched Xerocladia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are pinnately compound with 3-5 leaflets. It grows in moist open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Xerocladia viridiramis is used as a source of fuel wood and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xerocladia viridiramis is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xerocladia viridiramis is a small tree that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a sunny location. The tree can also be propagated by cuttings taken from mature branches.

Where to Find Xerocladia viridiramis

Xerocladia viridiramis is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It can be found in moist, shady areas of the forest.

Xerocladia viridiramis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xerocladia viridiramis?

Xerocladia viridiramis

What is the common name of Xerocladia viridiramis?

Green-Stemmed False Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Xerocladia viridiramis?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Xerocladia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
William John Burchell (1781-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burch.' in the authors string.