Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Baphia

Species:

Baphia buettneri subsp. buettneri

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree , Shrub

Height:

1500 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

feb,mar,apr

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, insects

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Seeds have hard coats typical of Fabaceae and benefit from scarification or hot water treatment. Fresh seeds germinate more readily than stored seeds.

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