Daniellia pynaertii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 5, 3: 193 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166303
Common Names
- Pynaert's Daniellia
- Pynaert's Sesbania
- Pynaert's Tree
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- Daniellia ealaensis Baker f. [valid]
- Daniellia mortehanii De Wild. [valid]
- Daniellia mortchanii De Wild. [unknown]
- Daniellia pubescens Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]
Description
Daniellia pynaertii (also called Olive Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Daniellia pynaertii is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization and erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daniellia pynaertii has white flowers with five petals and a calyx of five sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Daniellia pynaertii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Daniellia pynaertii
Daniellia pynaertii can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.
Daniellia pynaertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daniellia pynaertii?
Daniellia pynaertii
What is the common name of Daniellia pynaertii?
Pynaert's Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Daniellia pynaertii?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America
Species in the Daniellia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Daniellia pynaertii De Wild.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.