Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
richardsiana
ID:
1079363

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brenan

Source:
tro

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 7: 229 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001078701



Common Names

  • Medusandra Richardsiana
  • Richardsiana Medusandra
  • Richardsiana Medusandra


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Description

Medusandra richardsiana (also called Richards' Medusandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to West Africa and is found in forests, scrub, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Medusandra richardsiana is an evergreen shrub native to Central Africa. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used to create hedges and windbreaks. It is also used in the production of dyes and in the making of herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medusandra richardsiana has small, white flowers with four petals that bloom in the spring. The flowers are followed by small, round, black fruits that contain a single seed. The seedlings have a single stem with small, dark green leaves.

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Where to Find Medusandra richardsiana

Medusandra richardsiana can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Species in the Medusandra genus