Bubinga, Kevazingo
Guibourtia tessmannii
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae
Genus: guibourtia
Plant ID (slug): guibourtia-tessmannii
Numeric ID: 7049
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Guibourtia tessmannii is an evergreen Tree growing to 50 m (164ft) by 35 m (114ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
West tropical Africa - southern Nigeria, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Congo.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Guibourtia tessmannii Bubinga, Kevazingo