Plukenetia multiglandulosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multiglandulosa
ID:
279705
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jabl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17: 143 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279037
Common Names
- Plukenetia Multiglandulosa
- Multiglandulosa Plukenetia
- Multiglandulosa Oil Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plukenetia multiglandulosa (also called Multi-glandular Sesame, among many other common names) is a species of plant found in tropical Africa. It is an annual herb with a stem up to 1 m tall. The leaves are alternate and ovate-oblong in shape. The flowers are small and yellowish-green in color. The fruits are small, round, and black in color.
Uses & Benefits
Plukenetia multiglandulosa is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers with a yellow center. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Plukenetia multiglandulosa is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start seeds indoors in early spring and transplant them outdoors after the last frost. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in sandy soil. The plant should be kept moist but not overly wet.
Where to Find Plukenetia multiglandulosa
Plukenetia multiglandulosa is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Plukenetia multiglandulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plukenetia multiglandulosa?
Plukenetia multiglandulosa
What is the natural habitat of Plukenetia multiglandulosa?
It is native to tropical Africa.
What are the common names of Plukenetia multiglandulosa?
It is commonly known as the Multiglandular Plumeria or the Multiglandular Plumeria Tree.
Species in the Plukenetia genus
Plukenetia africana, Plukenetia brachybotrya, Plukenetia carabiasiae, Plukenetia conophora, Plukenetia corniculata, Plukenetia lehmanniana, Plukenetia loretensis, Plukenetia madagascariensis, Plukenetia multiglandulosa, Plukenetia penninervia, Plukenetia polyadenia, Plukenetia procumbens, Plukenetia serrata, Plukenetia stipellata, Plukenetia supraglandulosa, Plukenetia verrucosa, Plukenetia volubilis, Plukenetia ankaranensis, Plukenetia decidua, Plukenetia huayllabambana, Plukenetia carolis-vegae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-161494: Based on the initial data import
Eugene Jablonszky (1892-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jabl.' in the authors string.