Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
forbesii
ID:
236832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XV: 153 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236163



Common Names

  • Antidesma forbesii
  • Forbesii Antidesma
  • Antidesma Forbesii


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Synonyms

  • Antidesma plagiorrhynchum Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Antidesma pradoshii Chakrab. & M.Gangop. [unknown]

Description

Antidesma forbesii (also called Forbes' Antidesma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands. It is a small shrub with yellowish-white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma forbesii is a shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma forbesii is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and round, with a thin, papery outer coating. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma forbesii is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 5–15 m. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Germination is usually rapid and seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 10–15 cm.

Where to Find Antidesma forbesii

Antidesma forbesii is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Antidesma forbesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma forbesii?

Antidesma forbesii

What is the family of Antidesma forbesii?

Sapotaceae

Where is Antidesma forbesii found?

It is found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12043: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.