Markhamia zanzibarica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zanzibarica
ID:
779724
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bojer ex DC.) K.Schum.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3b): 242 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779057
Common Names
- Markhamia zanzibarica
- Zanzibar Markhamia
- Zanzibar Markhamia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Markhamia zanzibarica (also called Zanzibar Markhamia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to East Africa. It has large, pinnate leaves and clusters of small, yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Markhamia zanzibarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Markhamia zanzibarica are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Markhamia zanzibarica is a fast-growing evergreen vine that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Prune in late winter or early spring to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Markhamia zanzibarica
Markhamia zanzibarica is native to Africa and can be found in moist forests and along streams. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Markhamia zanzibarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Markhamia zanzibarica?
Markhamia zanzibarica
What type of plant is Markhamia zanzibarica?
It is a shrub
Where is Markhamia zanzibarica native to?
It is native to South America
Species in the Markhamia genus
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110033-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].