Baphia leptostemma subsp. gracilipes

Baphia leptostemma subsp. gracilipes

Native to:
Cameroon | Gabon | Nigeria

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Baphia
Species:
Baphia leptostemma subsp. gracilipes

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree , Shrub
Height:
800 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
oct,nov,dec
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:
Legume seeds benefit from scarification or brief hot water treatment. Germination may be erratic without pretreatment.

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