Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
457187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 789 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456519



Common Names

  • Angustifolia Triclisia
  • Triclisia Angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Tree


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Description

Triclisia angustifolia (also called African Bitterwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone east to Ethiopia and south to Angola. It grows in lowland rainforest, as well as in dry woodland and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Triclisia angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and can be used to provide shade and shelter. It can be used as a windbreak and can be used to help reduce erosion. It is also used in timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Triclisia angustifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triclisia angustifolia is a tropical evergreen tree native to South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 and prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Triclisia angustifolia

Triclisia angustifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Triclisia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triclisia angustifolia?

Triclisia angustifolia

What is the common name of Triclisia angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Triclisia

What is the natural range of Triclisia angustifolia?

West Africa

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,

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