Tessmannia africana

Tessmannia africana is a member of the Fabaceae family, a large and ecologically significant plant family commonly known as the legume or pea family. The species was formally published in 1910 by Harms. It occurs in several regions of central and west Africa, specifically in Cameroon, the Central African Republic, the Republic of Congo, Gabon, and Zaïre. As part of the genus Tessmannia, it shares characteristics typical of this group, which is known for its diverse and often woody species found in tropical regions.