Cynometra lyallii

Cynometra lyallii

Native to:
Madagascar

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Cynometra
Species:
Cynometra lyallii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
1500 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
white, cream
Evergreen Shrub:
Yes
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–45 days
Notes:
Seeds lose viability quickly and should be planted fresh. Requires warm temperatures for germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI