Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
492398

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lour.) Fiori

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Agric. Colon. 5(Suppl.): 37 (1911 publ. 1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491730



Common Names

  • Sterculia africana
  • Africana
  • Africana Sterculia


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Synonyms

  • Triphaca africana Lour. [unknown]
  • Sterculia ipomoeaefolia Garcke [unknown]
  • Sterculia triphaca R.Br. [unknown]
  • Clompanus africana (Lour.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sterculia guerichii K.Schum. ex Engl. [unknown]

Description

Sterculia africana (also called African Sterculia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Africa. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, with leaves that are alternate, simple, and ovate. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia africana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds. The leaves are also used to make a tea that is believed to have calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sterculia africana is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia africana is a species of plant in the Sterculiaceae family. It is native to Africa. It is an evergreen tree that grows in tropical climates. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Sterculia africana

Sterculia africana is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Sterculia africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterculia africana?

Sterculia africana

What is the family of Sterculia africana?

Sterculiaceae

What is the common name of Sterculia africana?

African Sterculia

Species in the Sterculia genus

Sterculia edelfeltii, Sterculia ellipticifolia, Sterculia elmeri, Sterculia fanaiho, Sterculia foetida, Sterculia forsteri, Sterculia chlamydothyrsa, Sterculia carrii, Sterculia chrysodasys, Sterculia cinerea, Sterculia hewittii, Sterculia harmandii, Sterculia hypochroa, Sterculia hyposticta, Sterculia insularis, Sterculia gilva, Sterculia gracilipes, Sterculia guttata, Sterculia aberrans, Sterculia backeri, Sterculia balanghas, Sterculia banksiana, Sterculia blumei, Sterculia bracteata, Sterculia campaniflora, Sterculia acuminatissima, Sterculia africana, Sterculia apetala, Sterculia arabica, Sterculia ampla, Sterculia pojoira, Sterculia peekelii, Sterculia perryae, Sterculia pruriens, Sterculia ponapensis, Sterculia oblonga, Sterculia palauensis, Sterculia oblongata, Sterculia papuana, Sterculia parkinsonii, Sterculia pseudopeltata, Sterculia rhinopetala, Sterculia rhoidifolia, Sterculia rhynchocarpa, Sterculia rhynchophylla, Sterculia ripicola, Sterculia rubiginosa, Sterculia rugosa, Sterculia sangirensis, Sterculia quadrifida,

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-2579923: Based on the initial data import
João de Loureiro (1710-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lour.' in the authors string.
Adriano Fiori (1865-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fiori' in the authors string.