Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
smeathmannii
ID:
831937

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Prance & F.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 31: 486 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831272



Common Names

  • Dactyladenia Smeathmannii
  • African Moringa
  • Moringa Tree


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Description

Dactyladenia smeathmannii (also called Smeathmann's Dactyladenia, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Anacardiaceae. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry savanna to moist lowland forest.

Uses & Benefits

Dactyladenia smeathmannii is used as a source of firewood and timber for construction and furniture making. It is also used as a source of food and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dactyladenia smeathmannii are white and fragrant, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dactyladenia smeathmannii is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Dactyladenia smeathmannii

Dactyladenia smeathmannii can be found in Nigeria.

Dactyladenia smeathmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dactyladenia smeathmannii?

Dactyladenia smeathmannii

What is the common name of Dactyladenia smeathmannii?

African bush mango

What is the natural habitat of Dactyladenia smeathmannii?

Dry deciduous forests

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-368533: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.