Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flammea
ID:
197062

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Rapp. Annuel Trav. Soc. Hist. Nat. île Maurice13: 53 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196391

Common Names

  • Chadsia Flammea
  • Flammea Broom
  • Flammea

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Synonyms

  • Chadsia grandidieri Baill., p.p.B [deprecated]

Description

Chadsia flammea (also called Chadsia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests, rocky outcrops, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Chadsia flammea is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of fuelwood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chadsia flammea sub. parviflora Du Puy & Labat
Chadsia flammea sub. acutidentata Du Puy & Labat
Chadsia flammea sub. flammea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chadsia flammea has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and slightly flattened. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chadsia flammea is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly. Seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.

Where to Find Chadsia flammea

Chadsia flammea is native to the dry savannas of western Africa, from Senegal to Cameroon.

Chadsia flammea FAQ

What are the common names of Chadsia flammea?

Common names of Chadsia flammea include Flaming Chadsia and African Chadsia.

What is the native range of Chadsia flammea?

Chadsia flammea is native to Africa.

What are the uses of Chadsia flammea?

Chadsia flammea is used for medicinal purposes, as a green manure, and as a fodder crop.

Species in the Fabaceae family