Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
edulis
ID:
624769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 3: 61 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624101



Common Names

  • Coula edulis
  • Edulis Coula
  • Coula Edulis


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Synonyms

  • Coula cabrae De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Coula utilis S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Coula edulis (also called African Walnut, among many other common names) is a large, deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It has large, pinnate leaves and produces small, yellow flowers in the summer months. It is typically found in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coula edulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coula edulis var. cabrae (De Wild. & T.Durand) J.Léonard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coula edulis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are long and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coula edulis is an evergreen tree that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Coula edulis

Coula edulis is native to West Africa and can be found in tropical forests.

Coula edulis FAQ

What is the common name of Coula edulis?

African Walnut

What is the scientific name of African Walnut?

Coula edulis

What is the natural habitat of African Walnut?

It is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and woodlands

Species in the Coula genus

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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