Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zenkeri
ID:
1085485

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 1: 121 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001084823



Common Names

  • Treculia zenkeri
  • Zenker's Treculia
  • Zenker's Breadfruit


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Description

Treculia zenkeri (also called African breadfruit, among many other common names) is a large tree native to tropical Africa. It grows in lowland areas and prefers full sun. It has a broad, spreading crown and its bark is grey-brown in color.

Uses & Benefits

Treculia zenkeri is used for making furniture, construction, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Treculia zenkeri has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Treculia zenkeri is a fast-growing tropical tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Treculia zenkeri prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.

Where to Find Treculia zenkeri

Treculia zenkeri is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and West Africa.

Species in the Moraceae family

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