Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
1141057

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 32: 123 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001140395



Common Names

  • Kirkia tenuifolia
  • Slender Kirkia
  • Slender-leaved Kirkia


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Description

Kirkia tenuifolia (also called Slender-Leaved Kirkia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree native to Central and South America. It typically grows to a height of 10-15 meters, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are simple and its flowers are yellow-green. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kirkia tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is also used as a diuretic and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kirkia tenuifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, upright plant with a single stem.

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Where to Find Kirkia tenuifolia

Kirkia tenuifolia can be found in Africa, including in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

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