Parinari congensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
congensis
ID:
818339
Status:
valid
Authors:
Didr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1854: 197 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817673
Common Names
- Congo Parinari
- Parinari congensis
- Parinari
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parinari congensis (also called Congo Parinari, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Chrysobalanaceae family. It is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central Africa and is found in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Parinari congensis is used to make furniture, as firewood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Parinari congensis has white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Parinari congensis is a shrub native to the Congo. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cultivation is best done in full sun with temperatures ranging from 10-25°C (50-77°F). The soil should be kept moist but not soggy and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Parinari congensis
Parinari congensis is native to the Congo Basin.
Parinari congensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parinari congensis?
Parinari congensis
What is the family of Parinari congensis?
Chrysobalanaceae
What is the common name of Parinari congensis?
Congo Plum
Species in the Parinari genus
Parinari brasiliensis, Parinari campestris, Parinari capensis, Parinari congensis, Parinari congolana, Parinari costata, Parinari curatellifolia, Parinari anamensis, Parinari pachyphylla, Parinari prancei, Parinari excelsa, Parinari obtusifolia, Parinari montana, Parinari nonda, Parinari oblongifolia, Parinari leontopitheci, Parinari elmeri, Parinari parvifolia, Parinari canarioides, Parinari hypochrysea, Parinari romeroi, Parinari rigida, Parinari parva, Parinari occidentalis, Parinari metallica, Parinari maguirei, Parinari littoralis, Parinari klugii, Parinari gigantea, Parinari chocoensis, Parinari argenteo-sericea, Parinari alvimii, Parinari parilis, Parinari papuana, Parinari rodolphi, Parinari cardiophylla, Parinari insularum, Parinari sprucei, Parinari sumatrana,
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-355486: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Didrichsen (1814-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Didr.' in the authors string.