Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
febrifugum
ID:
465689

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spach

Source:
cmp

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 5: 163 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465021



Common Names

  • Psorospermum febrifugum
  • Fever-breaking Psorospermum
  • Fever-breaking Psorosperm


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Synonyms

  • Psorospermum floribundum Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Psorospermum ellipticum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum discolor Spirlet [illegitimate]
  • Psorospermum corymbosum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum corymbosellum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum baumannii Engl. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum angustifolium Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum chariense A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum mossoense Spirl [unknown]
  • Psorospermum microphyllum A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum mahagiense Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum magniflorum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum macrophyllum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum leopoldvilleanum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum gillardinii Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum kisantuense Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum kaniamae Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum nigrum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum stanerianum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum rotundatifolium Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum pubescens Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum pectinatum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum ovatum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum orbiculare Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum uelense Spirlet [unknown]
  • Psorospermum victoranum Spirlet [unknown]
  • Vismia corymbosa A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum campestre Engl. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum albidum (Oliv.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum afzelii Turcz. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum ferrugineum Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum stuhlmannii Engl. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum salicifolium Engl. [unknown]
  • Haronga febrifuga (Spach) Steud. [unknown]
  • Hypericum afzelii Purdie ex Turcz. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum febrifugum ferrugineum (Hook.f.) Keay & Milne-Redh. [unknown]

Description

Psorospermum febrifugum (also called Fever Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to Angola. It is a shrub or small tree, growing to 5 m tall. Its leaves are elliptic to oblong-lanceolate, 5–10 cm long and 2–4 cm broad.

Uses & Benefits

Psorospermum febrifugum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other infectious diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Psorospermum febrifugum flower is white and has 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psorospermum febrifugum is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.5 ft) tall. It prefers a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Psorospermum febrifugum

Psorospermum febrifugum is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Psorospermum febrifugum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psorospermum febrifugum?

Psorospermum febrifugum

What is the common name of Psorospermum febrifugum?

Febrifuge Psorospermum

Where is Psorospermum febrifugum native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Psorospermum genus

Psorospermum densipunctatum, Psorospermum corymbiferum, Psorospermum chevalieri, Psorospermum glaucum, Psorospermum baumii, Psorospermum aurantiacum, Psorospermum adamauense, Psorospermum mechowii, Psorospermum glaberrimum, Psorospermum lanatum, Psorospermum suffruticosum, Psorospermum staudtii, Psorospermum parviflorum, Psorospermum alternifolium, Psorospermum febrifugum, Psorospermum membranaceum, Psorospermum tenuifolium, Psorospermum senegalense, Psorospermum guineense, Psorospermum lamianum, Psorospermum rubrifolium, Psorospermum nanum, Psorospermum humile, Psorospermum sambiranense, Psorospermum chionanthifolium, Psorospermum crenatum, Psorospermum nervosum, Psorospermum revolutum, Psorospermum trichophyllum, Psorospermum ferrovestitum, Psorospermum lanceolatum, Psorospermum fanerana, Psorospermum versicolor, Psorospermum stenophyllum, Psorospermum rienanense, Psorospermum molluscum, Psorospermum cornifolium, Psorospermum brachypodum, Psorospermum sexlineatum, Psorospermum atrorufum, Psorospermum bullatum, Psorospermum cerasifolium, Psorospermum malifolium, Psorospermum androsaemifolium, Psorospermum membranifolium, Psorospermum orientale, Psorospermum affine, Psorospermum laurentii, Psorospermum torrei, Psorospermum periclitatum,

Species in the Hypericaceae family

Cratoxylum arborescens, Cratoxylum cochinchinense, Cratoxylum formosum, Cratoxylum glaucum, Cratoxylum maingayi, Cratoxylum sumatranum, Eliea articulata, Harungana madagascariensis, Harungana montana, Harungana montana, Harungana rubescens, Hypericum abilianum, Hypericum aciferum, Hypericum acmosepalum, Hypericum acostanum, Hypericum addingtonii, Hypericum adenotrichum, Hypericum adpressum, Hypericum aegypticum, Hypericum aethiopicum, Hypericum afrum, Hypericum amblyocalyx, Hypericum amblysepalum, Hypericum andjerinum, Hypericum androsaemum, Hypericum annulatum, Hypericum apiculatum, Hypericum apricum, Hypericum armenum, Hypericum asahinae, Hypericum ascyron, Hypericum asperuloides, Hypericum asperulum, Hypericum assamicum, Hypericum athoum, Hypericum atomarium, Hypericum attenuatum, Hypericum aucheri, Hypericum augustinii, Hypericum australe, Hypericum aviculariifolium, Hypericum baccharoides, Hypericum balearicum, Hypericum balfourii, Hypericum barbatum, Hypericum beanii, Hypericum beccarii, Hypericum bellum, Hypericum benghalense, Hypericum bequaertii,

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