Cola ricinifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl. & K.Krause
Source:
cmp
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45: 334 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614516
Common Names
- Cola ricinifolia
- Castor-Leaved Cola
- African Cola
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- Cola viridiflora Engl. & K.Krause [unknown]
Description
Cola ricinifolia (also called Castor-oil Kola, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of West Africa and is found in lowland rainforests and moist woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cola ricinifolia is used for its medicinal properties, including as an antispasmodic, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Cola ricinifolia is white with yellow anthers. The seed is a single, hard, black seed. The seedling is a small, white, hairy seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cola ricinifolia is a small to medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 10–15 m. It is propagated by seed. The seed should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they reach a height of 15–20 cm.
Where to Find Cola ricinifolia
Cola ricinifolia is native to Gabon and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the region.
Cola ricinifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cola ricinifolia?
Cola ricinifolia
What is the family of Cola ricinifolia?
Malvaceae
What is the common name of Cola ricinifolia?
Ricinifolia
Species in the Cola genus
Cola kimbozensis, Cola pseudoclavata, Cola quentinii, Cola rondoensis, Cola ruawaensis, Cola acuminata, Cola alba, Cola altissima, Cola angustifolia, Cola anomala, Cola argentea, Cola attiensis, Cola ballayi, Cola bilenguensis, Cola bipindensis, Cola bodardii, Cola boxiana, Cola brevipes, Cola bruneelii, Cola buesgenii, Cola buntingii, Cola cabindensis, Cola caricifolia, Cola cauliflora, Cola cecidiifolia, Cola chlamydantha, Cola chlorantha, Cola clavata, Cola coccinea, Cola congolana, Cola cordifolia, Cola crispiflora, Cola digitata, Cola discoglypremnophylla, Cola diversifolia, Cola duparquetiana, Cola edeensis, Cola fibrillosa, Cola ficifolia, Cola flaviflora, Cola flavovelutina, Cola gabonensis, Cola gigantea, Cola gigas, Cola gilgiana, Cola gilletii, Cola glabra, Cola glaucoviridis, Cola greenwayi, Cola griseiflora,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2730691: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.