Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
321442

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 50: 128 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320774



Common Names

  • Tannodia tenuifolia
  • Tenuifolia Tannodia
  • Tenuifolia Mahogany


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Synonyms

  • Neoholstia tenuifolia (Pax) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Holstia tenuifolia Pax [unknown]

Description

Tannodia tenuifolia (also called Slender-leaved Tannodia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, reaching a height of up to 10 m. It is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where it is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 800–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tannodia tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tannodia tenuifolia var. glabrata Prain
Tannodia tenuifolia var. tenuifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow, star-shaped, with five petals. Seed: small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: thin, green, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tannodia tenuifolia is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer.

Where to Find Tannodia tenuifolia

Tannodia tenuifolia is native to tropical rainforests in Central and West Africa.

Tannodia tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tannodia tenuifolia?

Tannodia tenuifolia

What is the family of Tannodia tenuifolia?

Asteraceae

What are the common names of Tannodia tenuifolia?

Slenderleaf Tannodia, Slenderleaf Tannodia Grass, Slenderleaf Tannodia Weed

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-201578: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.