Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
volkensii
ID:
444515

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gürke) J.-F.Leroy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes. 2: 305. 1963

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443847



Common Names

  • Lepidotrichilia volkensii
  • Volkensii Lepidotrichilia
  • Lepidotrichilia Volkensii


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Synonyms

  • Trichilia buchananii C.DC. [unknown]
  • Trichilia biloeularis Pax [unknown]
  • Trichilia volkensii Gürke [unknown]
  • Commiphora kilimandscharica Engl. [unknown]

Description

Lepidotrichilia volkensii (also called Volkens Lepidotrichilia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It can grow up to 3 meters tall and has small white flowers. Its native habitat is in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidotrichilia volkensii is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidotrichilia volkensii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidotrichilia volkensii is a small shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Lepidotrichilia volkensii

Lepidotrichilia volkensii can be found in tropical Africa.

Lepidotrichilia volkensii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidotrichilia volkensii?

Lepidotrichilia volkensii

What type of plant is Lepidotrichilia volkensii?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Lepidotrichilia volkensii grow?

East Africa

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2494624: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
Robert Louis August Maximilian Gürke (1854-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gürke' in the authors string.