Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Isoberlinia

Species:

Isoberlinia paradoxa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

2000 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

large mammals, birds

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Isoberlinia paradoxa is a component of fire-prone miombo woodlands; mature trees are fire-tolerant but seedlings are sensitive.

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Notes:

Seeds have a hard seed coat; scarification (e.g., nicking or hot water treatment) is recommended to improve germination.

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