Gagnebina pterocarpa

Gagnebina pterocarpa

Native to:
Comoros | Madagascar | Mauritius

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Gagnebina
Species:
Gagnebina pterocarpa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree , Shrub
Height:
600 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Notes:
Seeds require scarification (nicking or hot water treatment) to break physical dormancy; germination occurs within 2-4 weeks under warm conditions.

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