Status:
valid
Authors:
Sond.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 23: 21 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428236
Common Names
- Ximenia caffra
- Caffre Ximenia
- Ximenia caffra
Synonyms
- Ximenia caffra caffra [unknown]
Description
Ximenia caffra (also called 'Large Sourplum', among many other common names) is a shrub native to southern Africa. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry savannas and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ximenia caffra is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ximenia caffra var. natalensis Sond.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ximenia caffra has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ximenia caffra is a small shrub, usually growing up to about 1 m in height. It is native to the Society Islands, including Tahiti, Moorea, and Caffra. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Ximenia caffra
Ximenia caffra is native to the tropical regions of Africa.
Ximenia caffra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ximenia caffra?
Ximenia caffra
What type of plant is Ximenia caffra?
Tree
Where is Ximenia caffra found?
Africa
Species in the Ximenia genus
Ximenia caffra,
Ximenia americana,
Ximenia gabonensis,
Ximenia coriacea,
Ximenia perrieri,
Ximenia parviflora,
Ximenia pubescens,
Ximenia glauca,
Ximenia horrida,
Ximenia roigii,
Ximenia intermedia,
Species in the Olacaceae family
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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,