Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Baphia

Species:

Baphia punctulata subsp. descampsii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree , Shrub

Height:

800 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from scarification and warm conditions. Legume seeds often have hard seed coats requiring treatment.

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