Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
leucogynum
ID:
303529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wright ex Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Nachr. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Georg-Augusts-Univ. 1: 176 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302861



Common Names

  • Sapium leucogynum
  • White Sapium
  • White-flowered Sapium


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Synonyms

  • Sapium leucospermum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Excoecaria leucogyna Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Excoecaria leucosperma Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Sapium leucogynum (also called Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a smooth, grey bark and dark green, glossy leaves. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sapium leucogynum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating digestive problems and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sapium leucogynum has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sapium leucogynum is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady forests. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil.

Where to Find Sapium leucogynum

Sapium leucogynum can be found in Central and South America.

Sapium leucogynum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sapium leucogynum?

Sapium leucogynum

What is the common name of Sapium leucogynum?

Leucogynum

Where is Sapium leucogynum found?

Mexico

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-184392: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
John Wright (1811-1846): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wright' in the authors string.