Sphedamnocarpus angolensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
502918
Status:
valid
Authors:
Planch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. [Oliver et al.] 1: 279. 1868 [Oct 1868]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502250
Common Names
- Sphedamnocarpus angolensis
- Sphedamnocarpus angolense
- Sphedamnocarpus angolensum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sphedamnocarpus angolensis (also called Angolan Sphedamnocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a single trunk and a dense, rounded crown. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate with entire margins. It is found in dry forests and scrublands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Sphedamnocarpus angolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sphedamnocarpus angolensis is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sphedamnocarpus angolensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a warm, sunny position.
Where to Find Sphedamnocarpus angolensis
Sphedamnocarpus angolensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.
Sphedamnocarpus angolensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphedamnocarpus angolensis?
Sphedamnocarpus angolensis
What type of plant is Sphedamnocarpus angolensis?
A shrub
Where is Sphedamnocarpus angolensis native to?
South America
Species in the Sphedamnocarpus genus
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2596524: Based on the initial data import
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.