Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
whytei
ID:
831939

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stapf) Prance & F.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 31: 486 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831274



Common Names

  • Dactyladenia Whytei
  • African Moringa
  • Moringa Tree


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Description

Dactyladenia whytei (also called White's Mango, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Anacardiaceae. It is native to Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has yellowish-green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dactyladenia whytei 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 whytei 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 whytei 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 whytei

Dactyladenia whytei can be found in Nigeria.

Dactyladenia whytei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dactyladenia whytei?

Dactyladenia whytei

What is the common name of Dactyladenia whytei?

African bush mango

What is the natural habitat of Dactyladenia whytei?

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-368535: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' 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.