Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
zambesiacus
ID:
1141879

Status:
valid

Authors:
Milne-Redh.

Source:
tro

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1935: 271 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001141217



Common Names

  • Triplochiton zambesiacus
  • Zambesian Triplochiton
  • Zambesian False Buttonweed


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Description

Triplochiton zambesiacus (also called Zambesian Triplochiton, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth grey bark. It is native to Africa, and can be found in open forests, scrub, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Triplochiton zambesiacus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triplochiton zambesiacus has white flowers, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triplochiton zambesiacus is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Triplochiton zambesiacus

Triplochiton zambesiacus is native to Africa.

Species in the Triplochiton genus

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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