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General Information

Pongamiopsis amygdalina is a deciduous shrub or small tree that can grow up to 14 metres tall. The bole is up to 30cm in diameter[].
The tree is a locally important source of timber, being harvested from the wild.
Known from only two localities in north Madagascar, its range extends less than 300 square kilometers. Subpopulations near Antsiranana are declining as a result of forest degradation and selective felling. The plant is classified as 'Endangered' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species(2013)[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Africa - northern Madagascar.

Habitat

Deciduous woodland in limestone areas at elevations below 500 metres[].

Properties

Conservation Status	Endangered
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

The wood is used for house construction and planks[].
The wood is used for fuel[].

Propagation

Seed -

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