Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
456363

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 1: 334 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455695



Common Names

  • Trichilia Retusa
  • Retuse Mahogany
  • Retuse Cedar


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Description

Trichilia retusa (also called Retuse Trichilia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the tropical forests of Africa. It has a short trunk and a dense, rounded crown. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its flowers are small and white. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichilia retusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin conditions, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichilia retusa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichilia retusa is a perennial shrub that is easily propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to 2 months. It can also be propagated by division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Trichilia retusa

Trichilia retusa is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Trichilia retusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichilia retusa?

Trichilia retusa

What is the common name of Trichilia retusa?

Retuse trichilia

What is the natural habitat of Trichilia retusa?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Trichilia genus

Trichilia gamopetala, Trichilia glabra, Trichilia gilletii, Trichilia gilgiana, Trichilia heudelotii, Trichilia elegans, Trichilia dregeana, Trichilia elsae, Trichilia discolor, Trichilia florbranca, Trichilia fasciculata, Trichilia humblotii, Trichilia euneura, Trichilia emetica, Trichilia hirta, Trichilia megalantha, Trichilia mazanensis, Trichilia maynasiana, Trichilia micrantha, Trichilia martiana, Trichilia martineaui, Trichilia monadelpha, Trichilia inaequilatera, Trichilia lepidota, Trichilia lecointei, Trichilia catigua, Trichilia capitata, Trichilia breviflora, Trichilia cipo, Trichilia americana, Trichilia acuminata, Trichilia trifolia, Trichilia retusa, Trichilia pleeana, Trichilia pittieri, Trichilia prieureana, Trichilia tomentosa, Trichilia quadrivalvis, Trichilia quadrijuga, Trichilia oligantha, Trichilia pallida, Trichilia pallens, Trichilia singularis, Trichilia surinamensis, Trichilia tessmannii, Trichilia taubertiana, Trichilia septentrionalis, Trichilia rubra, Trichilia zewaldae, Trichilia welwitschii,

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

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