Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
spiciformis
ID:
214640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London25: 312 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213969

Common Names

  • Spiciformis Brachystegia
  • Spike Brachystegia
  • Spiked Brachystegia

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Synonyms

  • Brachystegia bragaei Harms [valid]
  • Brachystegia edulis Hutch. & Burtt Davy [valid]
  • Brachystegia euryphylla Harms [valid]
  • Brachystegia hockii De Wild. [valid]
  • Brachystegia itoliensis Taub. [valid]
  • Brachystegia oliveri Taub. [valid]
  • Brachystegia randii Baker f. [valid]
  • Brachystegia taubertiana Hutch. & Burtt Davy [valid]
  • Brachystegia trijuga R.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Brachystegia venosa Hutch. & Burtt Davy [valid]
  • Brachystegia mpalensis latifoliolata De Wild. [unknown]
  • Brachystegia spiciformis latifoliolata (De Wild.) Hoyle [unknown]
  • Brachystegia spiciformis mpalensis (Micheli) Hoyle [unknown]
  • Brachystegia mpalensis Micheli [valid]
  • Brachystegia spiciformis kwangensis Hoyle [unknown]
  • Brachystegia spiciformis schmitzii Hoyle [unknown]
  • Brachystegia hockii papyracea De Wild. [unknown]
  • Brachystegia spiciformis glandiflora Benth. [unknown]
  • Brachystegia spiciformis parviflora Benth. [unknown]
  • Brachystegia hockii pilosopedicellata De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Brachystegia spiciformis (also called African Mahogany, among many other common names) is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to Africa, found in dry woodlands and savannas. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with a grey-brown bark that is smooth and shiny. The leaves are compound, with two to four pairs of leaflets, and are a dark green colour. The flowers are small and yellow, and the fruit is a flat, round pod.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystegia spiciformis is used for its wood, which is strong and durable, and is used for making furniture, fence posts, and railway ties. It is also used for its fragrant flowers, which are used in perfumes and soaps.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brachystegia spiciformis var. spiciformis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachystegia spiciformis is yellow and tubular in shape. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystegia spiciformis is a medium-sized tree that grows to a height of 10-20 m. It is propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, Brachystegia spiciformis is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Brachystegia spiciformis

Brachystegia spiciformis is native to Africa, and can be found in countries such as Tanzania, Kenya, and Ethiopia.

Brachystegia spiciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystegia spiciformis?

Brachystegia spiciformis

What is the common name of Brachystegia spiciformis?

Spike-Leaf Brachystegia

What is the natural habitat of Brachystegia spiciformis?

Dry deciduous forests

Species in the Brachystegia genus

Brachystegia allenii, Brachystegia angustistipulata, Brachystegia bequaertii, Brachystegia boehmii, Brachystegia bussei, Brachystegia cynometroides, Brachystegia eurycoma, Brachystegia floribunda, Brachystegia glaberrima, Brachystegia kennedyi, Brachystegia laurentii, Brachystegia longifolia, Brachystegia lujae, Brachystegia manga, Brachystegia mildbraedii, Brachystegia nigerica, Brachystegia russelliae, Brachystegia spiciformis, Brachystegia stipulata, Brachystegia tamarindoides, Brachystegia taxifolia, Brachystegia appendiculata, Brachystegia astlei, Brachystegia bournei, Brachystegia letestui, Brachystegia michelmorei, Brachystegia welwitschii, Brachystegia allenii, Brachystegia bakeriana, Brachystegia gossweileri, Brachystegia leonensis, Brachystegia puberula, Brachystegia utilis, Brachystegia oblonga,

Species in the Fabaceae family