Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
748750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 2: 869 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748083



Common Names

  • Oubanguia Africana
  • Africana Oubanguia
  • African Oubanguia


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Description

Oubanguia africana (also called African Oubanguia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Oubanguia africana is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is used as a groundcover and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in rock gardens and other areas where it can spread without becoming invasive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oubanguia africana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, heart-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oubanguia africana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the seeds germinate. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn. Place the cuttings in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until the cuttings root.

Where to Find Oubanguia africana

Oubanguia africana is native to Africa, and can be found in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cameroon, and Gabon.

Oubanguia africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oubanguia africana?

Oubanguia africana

What type of plant is Oubanguia africana?

Tree

Where is Oubanguia africana found?

West Africa

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