Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Berlinia

Species:

Berlinia occidentalis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

3500 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, insects, primates

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds have hard coats and benefit from mechanical scarification or brief hot water treatment before sowing. Fresh seeds germinate more readily than stored seeds.

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