African Tree

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Schotia Brachypetala

Description Schotia Brachypetala, also known as the African tree or the weeping boer bean, is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It is native to South Africa and is a member of the Fabaceae family. Schotia Brachypetala is known for its stunning red flowers, which bloom from August to November. The tree also produces a…
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Nuxia

Description Nuxia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bignoniaceae, native to Africa. This evergreen tree is known for its beautiful flowers and leaves, making it a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The tree can grow up to 15 meters tall and has a straight trunk with a dense canopy. The leaves are dark green and…
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Uapaca

Description Uapaca is a genus of trees native to Africa, known for their unique appearance and habitat. These trees are commonly found in tropical regions, especially in the Congo Basin and West Africa. The Uapaca genus has around 45 species, and some of them are used for medicinal and cultural purposes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…
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Burkea Africana

Description Burkea Africana, also known as African blackwood or muninga, is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to Africa. It belongs to the family Fabaceae and is known for its medicinal properties and unique appearance. This tree is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Tanzania and south to Angola and Zimbabwe. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…
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Crossopteryx

Description Crossopteryx is a genus of trees in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Africa, particularly in the tropical regions of West and Central Africa. The tree is also known as African Bird Cherry or African Walnut. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 20 meters tall with a dense crown. Crossopteryx has a single stem with…
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Detarium Microcarpum

Description Detarium microcarpum, also known as African bush mango, is a species of tree native to Africa. It belongs to the family Fabaceae and is highly valued for its fruit, which is used for various medicinal purposes. The tree can grow up to 30 meters in height and has a broad canopy. It is a deciduous tree that sheds its…
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Ekebergia Capensis

Description Ekebergia Capensis is a deciduous tree that is native to Africa. It is also known as the Cape Ash or Essenhout tree. The tree can grow up to a height of 20-30 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 meter. The bark of this tree is smooth and grey in color when young, but becomes rougher…
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Harpephyllum

Description Harpephyllum is a genus of evergreen trees that are native to Africa. They are known for their large, glossy green leaves and their small, red or orange fruit that resembles plums. Harpephyllum trees are fast-growing and can reach a height of up to 20 meters. They are often used as ornamental trees in parks and gardens. Taxonomic Information Domain…
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