Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
delphinensis
ID:
1279060

Status:
valid

Authors:
Randrian. & Lowry

Source:
tro

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Boissiera 71: 51 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278398

Common Names

  • Abrahamia
  • Delphinensis Abrahamia
  • Delphinensis's Abrahamia

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Description

Abrahamia delphinensis (also called Abrahamia delphinensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, with smooth, greyish bark. Its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, dark green in color, and up to 8 cm long. It is found in the tropical forests of Madagascar.

Uses & Benefits

Abrahamia delphinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abrahamia delphinensis has small, white flowers, which are followed by small, round seed capsules. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abrahamia delphinensis can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Abrahamia delphinensis

Abrahamia delphinensis is native to Madagascar.

Abrahamia delphinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abrahamia delphinensis?

Abrahamia delphinensis

What is the common name of Abrahamia delphinensis?

Delphin Abrahamia

What is the natural habitat of Abrahamia delphinensis?

Dry forests of Madagascar

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
Armand Randrianasolo (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Randrian.' in the authors string.