Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hastipetala
ID:
373739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Couvreur

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 250 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373071



Common Names

  • Hastipetala Monodora
  • African Monodora
  • Monodora Hastipetala


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Description

Monodora hastipetala (also called African nutmeg, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. Its leaves are simple, ovate to elliptic, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Monodora hastipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Monodora hastipetala are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monodora hastipetala is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a moist soil and full sun. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the root ball into several sections. Replant the divisions in moist soil and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Monodora hastipetala

Monodora hastipetala can be found in tropical Africa.

Monodora hastipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monodora hastipetala?

Monodora hastipetala

What is the family of Monodora hastipetala?

Annonaceae

What is the common name of Monodora hastipetala?

African Nutmeg

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,