| Synonyms: | |
| Common names: | Mukulu-busyika (Bemba) |
| Frequency: | |
| Status: | Native |
| Description: |
Tree to 25 m tall; stipule intrapetiolar, enfolding the bud; leaves pinnate, leaflets in 4−7 pairs; pod compressed, comma-shaped, the single large seed attached to the papery endocarp of one of the valves, serving as a parachute. |
| Type location: |
DRC, Katanga |
| Notes: | Red data status: EN A1acd |
| Derivation of specific name: | |
| Habitat: | Miombo woodland. |
| Altitude range: (metres) | 1200 m |
| Flowering time: | Sep |
| Worldwide distribution: | |
| FZ divisions: | N |
| Zambian distribution (Provinces): | Lp |
| Growth form(s): | |
| Endemic status: | |
| Red data list status: | Endangered |
| Insects associated with this species: | |
| Spot characters: | Display spot characters for this species |
| Images last updated: | Friday 10 November 2017 |
| Literature: |
Brummitt, R.K., Chikuni, A.C., Lock, J.M. & Polhill, R.M. (2007). Leguminosae Subfamily Caesalpinioideae Flora Zambesiaca 3(2) Pages 39 - 41. (Includes a picture). |