Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
arcuatus
ID:
667974

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Syr. 5: 4 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667306



Common Names

  • Arcuate Enarthrocarpus
  • Arcuate Fruit
  • Arcuate Fruit Tree


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Synonyms

  • Enarthrocarpus arcuatus anatolicus Boiss. & Heldr. ex O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Enarthrocarpus arcuatus ornithopodoides O.E.Schulz [unknown]

Description

Enarthrocarpus arcuatus (also called Arched Enarthrocarpus, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in the tropical regions of Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is typically found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Enarthrocarpus arcuatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or border plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Enarthrocarpus arcuatus has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white or yellowish-white aril. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are initially light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Enarthrocarpus arcuatus is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 8 and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C). It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Enarthrocarpus arcuatus

Enarthrocarpus arcuatus is native to tropical West Africa, from Sierra Leone to Gabon.

Enarthrocarpus arcuatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Enarthrocarpus arcuatus?

Enarthrocarpus arcuatus

What are the common names of Enarthrocarpus arcuatus?

African ebony, African walnut, and African mahogany

What is the natural habitat of Enarthrocarpus arcuatus?

It is found in tropical rainforests of West and Central Africa

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References