Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
validus
ID:
714784

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miers) Bakh.f. ex Forman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 420 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714117



Common Names

  • Haematocarpus validus
  • Validus' Haematocarpus
  • Haematocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Baterium validum Miers [unknown]
  • Fibraurea haematocarpus Hook.f. & Thomson [unknown]
  • Haematocarpus comptus Miers [unknown]
  • Haematocarpus thomsonii Miers [unknown]

Description

Haematocarpus validus (also called African Teak, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Haematocarpus validus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can provide a colorful and attractive look to any landscape.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Haematocarpus validus has bright red, tubular flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haematocarpus validus is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or seeds. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Haematocarpus validus

Haematocarpus validus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Haematocarpus validus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haematocarpus validus?

Haematocarpus validus

What is the common name of Haematocarpus validus?

Valid Haematocarpus

Where is Haematocarpus validus found?

Haematocarpus validus is found in South Africa

Species in the Haematocarpus genus

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.
Lewis Leonard Forman (1929-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forman' in the authors string.
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink hijo (1911-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:580840-1: Based on the initial data import