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General Information

Bauhinia podopetala is a deciduous shrub or tree growing up to 15 metres tall. The bole can be up to 20cm in diameter, but is usually short and poorly shaped[].
The tree is harvested from the wild for local use of its timber.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Africa - northern and western Madagascar.

Habitat

Deciduous woodland, often along rivers or in valleys, where it is found on sandy and alluvial soils at elevations up to 300 metres[].

Properties

Other Uses Rating
Habit	Deciduous Tree
Height	10.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Not known

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

We have no specific information on the properties of this wood, but the wood of Bauhinia spp. from Madagascar is generally medium-weight, moderately hard and not durable. It is easy to dry, with moderate shrinkage rates; easy to work; and fairly stable in service. The wood is used for house construction, especially for poles, and for fences. It is suitable for joinery, interior trim, boxes and crates[].
The wood is used for fuel[].

Propagation

Seed -

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