Irvingia grandifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
732967
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) Engl.
Source:
Irvingiaceae
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 46: 288 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732300
Common Names
- African Mango
- Wild Mango
- Bush Mango
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- Klainedoxa grandifolia Engl. [valid]
- Irvingella grandifolia (Engl.) Hallier f. [valid]
Description
Irvingia grandifolia (also called African bush mango, wild mango, dika nut, or ogbono nut, among many other common names) is a species of African trees in the genus Irvingia. It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria east to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It grows in lowland and montane rainforests, and is a large tree, reaching up to 30 m tall.
Uses & Benefits
Irvingia grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used as a groundcover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Irvingia grandifolia has small white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Irvingia grandifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young shoots and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Irvingia grandifolia
Irvingia grandifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Irvingia grandifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Irvingia grandifolia?
Irvingia grandifolia
What are the common names of Irvingia grandifolia?
African mango, bush mango, dika, odika, ogbono
What is the native range of Irvingia grandifolia?
West and Central Africa
Species in the Irvingia genus
Species in the Irvingiaceae family
References
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000732300: Based on the initial data import