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General Information

Baudouinia rouxevillei is a tree growing up to 15 metres tall.
The wood is highly prized and much sought after within its native range, where the tree is commonly harvested for local use.
The tree has become endangered due to over-exploitation, possibly being even close to extinction. It has not as yet been evaluated by the IUCN[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Africa - southwest Madagascar.

Habitat

Thickets and woodland in the subarid lowlands[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Tree
Height	12.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Baudouinia rouxevillei is a tree of the subarid tropical lowlands, where it is found at elevations lower than 500 metres[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The bole and branches are deeply folded and channelled, with dark brown wood except for the outermost edges of the folds where it is whitish. This gives a very decorative effect and the wood is in high demand for making ornaments, lamp stands and walking-sticks[].
The wood is used for making charcoal[]..

Propagation

Seed -

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