Status:
valid
Authors:
Gosline
Source:
ipni
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 74(2)-28: 8 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001354342
Common Names
- Mischogyne congensis
- Congensis Mischogyne
- Congensis
Description
Mischogyne congensis (also called Congo Mischogyne, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to the tropical forests of Central Africa and grows in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mischogyne congensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mischogyne congensis is yellow and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mischogyne congensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Mischogyne congensis
Mischogyne congensis is native to Congo.
Mischogyne congensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mischogyne congensis?
Mischogyne congensis
What is the family of Mischogyne congensis?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Mischogyne congensis?
Congo Mischogyne
Species in the Mischogyne genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,
References
George Gosline: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gosline' in the authors string.