Dialium zenkeri
Harms
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Description
A tropical tree in the Fabaceae family that grows approximately 25 m tall.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo R, Congo DR, Equatorial Guinea,
Other Uses
The dark pinkish-brown wood is fairly heavy and fairly hard, It is suitable for purposes such as construction (including in contact with fresh water), heavy flooring, turnery, railway sleepers, tool handles, exterior panelling and joinery, sliced veneer. The wood is used for fuel and to make charcoal.
Production
In Central African Republic plants have been recorded fruiting in September and November.
Notes
Also as Caesalpinaceae.
Synonyms
Dialium acuminatum De Wild.Dialium densiflorum HarmsDialium laurentii De Wild.Dialium pierrei De Wild.Dialium soyauxii Harms
References (2)
- ILDIS Legumes of the World http:www:ildis.org/Legume/Web
- Kew Plants of the World Online
