Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mossambicensis
ID:
460403

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Exell & Hillc.) Fryxell

Source:
ksu

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 129: 301 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459735



Common Names

  • Thespesia mossambicensis
  • Mossambicensis Thespesia
  • Mossambicensis Thespesia


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Synonyms

  • Thespesiopsis mossambicensis Exell & Hillc. [unknown]

Description

Thespesia mossambicensis (also called Mozambique Thespesia, among many other common names) is a evergreen tree native to Africa. It has a pyramidal habit and grows to a height of 10-20 m. It is found in moist, cool, and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thespesia mossambicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak in large areas. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thespesia mossambicensis has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thespesia mossambicensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and can tolerate a range of soils. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Thespesia mossambicensis

Thespesia mossambicensis can be found in Africa, particularly in Mozambique.

Thespesia mossambicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thespesia mossambicensis?

Thespesia mossambicensis

What is the common name of Thespesia mossambicensis?

Mozambique Mahogany

What is the natural habitat of Thespesia mossambicensis?

Thespesia mossambicensis is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands

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

Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.
Jean Olive Dorothy Hillcoat (1904-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillc.' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.