Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fony
ID:
520341

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 2: 845 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519673



Common Names

  • Adansonia fony
  • Fony Baobab
  • Fony Tree


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Description

Adansonia fony (also called 'Fony Baobab', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Africa. It has white flowers and grows in dry, open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Adansonia fony has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Adansonia fony var. rubrostipa (Jum. & H.Perrier) H.Perrier

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adansonia fony has large, white flowers with yellow centers and large seeds. The seedlings are thick and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adansonia fony is a large deciduous tree that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Adansonia fony

Adansonia fony can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and Australia.

Adansonia fony FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adansonia fony?

Adansonia fony

What type of plant is Adansonia fony?

Tree

Where is Adansonia fony found?

Madagascar

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References