Alantsilodendron villosum
(R.Vig.) Villiers
Fabaceae
Dichrostachys villosum R.Vig.
Common Name:
General Information
Alantsilodendron villosum is a small deciduous tree.
The wood is sometimes harvested from the wild for local use.
Known Hazards
None known
Botanical References
Range
Africa - northern Madagascar.
Habitat
Sandy soils in dry, deciduous woodlands[
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Properties
| Other Uses Rating |  |
| Habit | Deciduous Tree |
| Height | 0.00 m |
| Cultivation Status | Wild |
Cultivation Details
Found in the wild in sandy soils[
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Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal
None known
Other Uses
The stems are used as posts when constructing traditional houses[
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Propagation
Seed -
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Useful Tropical Plants Database 2014 by
Ken Fern,
web interface by
Ajna Fern
with help from
Richard Morris.
