Foetidia africana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
776062
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 635 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775395
Common Names
- Foetidia africana
- Africana
- African Foetidia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Foetidia africana (also called 'African Foetidia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree, with a height of up to 15 feet. It is native to Africa, and is found in tropical rainforests and woodlands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light shade.
Uses & Benefits
Foetidia africana is used in furniture making, as a source of timber, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Foetidia africana has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Foetidia africana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Foetidia africana
Foetidia africana can be found in Africa.
Foetidia africana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Foetidia africana?
Foetidia africana
What is the common name of Foetidia africana?
African Foetidia
Where is Foetidia africana native to?
Africa
Species in the Foetidia genus
Foetidia africana, Foetidia asymetrica, Foetidia capuronii, Foetidia cuneata, Foetidia delphinensis, Foetidia dracaenoides, Foetidia macrocarpa, Foetidia parviflora, Foetidia pterocarpa, Foetidia rodriguesiana, Foetidia rubescens, Foetidia sambiranensis, Foetidia vohemarensis, Foetidia clusioides, Foetidia mauritiana, Foetidia obliqua, Foetidia retusa, Foetidia comorensis, Foetidia velutina,
Species in the Lecythidaceae family
Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-313941: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.