Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill. ex Laness.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Pl. Util. Col. Franç. : 834 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428565
Common Names
- Gabonensis Ximenia
- Ximenia Gabonensis
- Ximenia Orchid
Description
Ximenia gabonensis (also called Gabon Ximenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Olacaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Angola and Gabon. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, tropical moist montane forests, and moist savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Ximenia gabonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant indoors. It has a sweet scent and is known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White, fragrant, about 2 cm in diameter. Seed: Small, black, round. Seedlings: Oval-shaped, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ximenia gabonensis is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa. It is an easy-to-grow species that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the mature plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Ximenia gabonensis
Ximenia gabonensis is native to tropical Africa.
Ximenia gabonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ximenia gabonensis?
Ximenia gabonensis
What is the natural habitat of Ximenia gabonensis?
Ximenia gabonensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.
What are the characteristics of Ximenia gabonensis?
Ximenia gabonensis is a small tree or shrub with glossy green leaves and small white flowers.
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
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,