Newtonia camerunensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Villiers
Source:
tro
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg.60: 123 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001061615
Common Names
- Newtonia Camerunensis
- Cameroon Newtonia
- Cameroon Newtonia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Newtonia camerunensis (also called Newtonia camerunensis, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and is found in open woodlands, grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Newtonia camerunensis is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, constipation, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Newtonia camerunensis is a yellow-orange, pea-like flower with five petals, growing in clusters. The seed is a dark brown, flat, oval shape with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Newtonia camerunensis is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in West Africa, Central Africa, and East Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Newtonia camerunensis
Newtonia camerunensis is native to Cameroon.
Species in the Newtonia genus
Newtonia aubrevillei, Newtonia buchananii, Newtonia duparquetiana, Newtonia elliotii, Newtonia erlangeri, Newtonia glandulifera, Newtonia griffoniana, Newtonia hildebrandtii, Newtonia leucocarpa, Newtonia paucijuga, Newtonia zenkeri, Newtonia grandifolia, Newtonia glandulifera, Newtonia devredii, Newtonia camerunensis, Newtonia scandens, Newtonia duncanthomasii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Newtonia camerunensis Villiers: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.