Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
kabingaensis
ID:
381760

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Capuron ex R.Germ.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Fl. Congo Belge 10: 225 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381092



Common Names

  • Nesogordonia kabingaensis
  • Kabinga False Tamarind
  • False Tamarind


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Description

Nesogordonia kabingaensis (also called Kabinga Nesogordonia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree with glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nesogordonia kabingaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Nesogordonia kabingaensis var. dewevrei (De Wild. & T.Durand) L.C.Barnett

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nesogordonia kabingaensis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet with a single spikelet at the top. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nesogordonia kabingaensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring or autumn. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by seed, but the seedlings are slow to establish and difficult to transplant.

Where to Find Nesogordonia kabingaensis

Nesogordonia kabingaensis is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Nesogordonia kabingaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nesogordonia kabingaensis?

Nesogordonia kabingaensis

What is the common name of Nesogordonia kabingaensis?

Kabinga olive

What is the natural habitat of Nesogordonia kabingaensis?

It is native to Africa and is found in dry savannas and woodlands.

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 version 1.0, record: tro-30401705: Originally associated with wfo-0001141193
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-30401705: Originally associated with wfo-0001141193
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
René Gerard Antoine Germain (1914-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Germ.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:830379-1: Based on the initial data import