Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suboppositifolia
ID:
615200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cheek

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57: 411 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614532



Common Names

  • Cola suboppositifolia
  • Subopposite-Leaved Cola
  • African Cola


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Description

Cola suboppositifolia (also called Suboppositifolia Cola, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to tropical Africa. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 m tall. The leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate-oblong, 5–15 cm long and 2–7 cm broad. The flowers are yellow, with five petals, produced in panicles.

Uses & Benefits

Cola suboppositifolia 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

The flowers of Cola suboppositifolia are white, and the seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cola suboppositifolia 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 suboppositifolia

Cola suboppositifolia is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Uganda and Tanzania.

Cola suboppositifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cola suboppositifolia?

Cola suboppositifolia

What are the common names of Cola suboppositifolia?

African cola, kola nut

What are the uses of Cola suboppositifolia?

The seeds of Cola suboppositifolia are used as a stimulant, for medicinal purposes, and as a flavoring in food and drinks.

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,

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