Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
griffoniana
ID:
376422

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 7: 244 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375754



Common Names

  • Manotes griffoniana
  • Griffon's Manotes
  • Griffon Manotes


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Synonyms

  • Manotes tessmannii G.Schellenb. [unknown]
  • Manotes tomentosa Gilg [unknown]
  • Manotes rubiginosa G.Schellenb. [unknown]
  • Manotes laurentii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Manotes rosea G.Schellenb. [unknown]
  • Manotes zenkeri Gilg ex G.Schellenb. & G.Schellenb. [unknown]

Description

Manotes griffoniana (also called Griffon's Manotes, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is found in dry savannas, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Manotes griffoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as a flavoring in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Manotes griffoniana are small, yellow-green in color, and arranged in small clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manotes griffoniana is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Once established, the plant is relatively drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Manotes griffoniana

Manotes griffoniana can be found in tropical Africa.

Manotes griffoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manotes griffoniana?

Manotes griffoniana

What is the common name of Manotes griffoniana?

Griffon's Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Manotes griffoniana?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

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