Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
falcatus
ID:
523308

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) C.N.Page

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 45: 383. (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522640



Common Names

  • Afrocarpus falcatus
  • Sickle-leaved Afrocarpus
  • Sickle-leaved Afrocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Nageia meyeriana (Endl.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Nageia falcata gaussenii (Woltz) Silba [valid]
  • Nageia falcata (Thunb.) Carrière [valid]
  • Podocarpus gracillimus Stapf [valid]
  • Podocarpus gaussenii Woltz [valid]
  • Podocarpus falcatus (Thunb.) Endl. [valid]
  • Podocarpus meyerianus Endl. [valid]
  • Afrocarpus gaussenii (Woltz) Silba [valid]
  • Decussocarpus falcatus (Thunb.) de Laub. [valid]
  • Afrocarpus falcatus gaussenii (Woltz) Silba [valid]
  • Podocarpus falcatus (Thunb.) R.Br. ex. Mirb. [unknown]

Description

Afrocarpus falcatus (also called 'Sickle-leaved Afrocarpus', among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to East Africa. It has needle-like leaves and produces small cones in the summer. It is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Afrocarpus falcatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Afrocarpus falcatus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrocarpus falcatus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Afrocarpus falcatus

Afrocarpus falcatus is native to the tropical forests of Africa and can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in exotic plants.

Afrocarpus falcatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrocarpus falcatus?

Afrocarpus falcatus

What is the common name of Afrocarpus falcatus?

African Yellowwood

What is the natural habitat of Afrocarpus falcatus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Podocarpaceae family

Acmopyle pancheri, Acmopyle sahniana, Afrocarpus dawei, Afrocarpus falcatus, Afrocarpus gracilior, Afrocarpus mannii, Afrocarpus usambarensis, Dacrycarpus cinctus, Dacrycarpus compactus, Dacrycarpus cumingii, Dacrycarpus dacrydioides, Dacrycarpus expansus, Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis, Dacrycarpus steupii, Dacrycarpus vieillardii, Dacrydium suprinii, Dacrydium araucarioides, Dacrydium balansae, Dacrydium beccarii, Dacrydium comosum, Dacrydium cornwallianum, Dacrydium cupressinum, Dacrydium elatum, Dacrydium ericoides, Dacrydium gibbsiae, Dacrydium gracile, Dacrydium guillauminii, Dacrydium leptophyllum, Dacrydium lycopodioides, Dacrydium magnum, Dacrydium medium, Dacrydium nausoriense, Dacrydium nidulum, Dacrydium novoguineense, Dacrydium pectinatum, Dacrydium spathoides, Dacrydium xanthandrum, Dacrydium tenuifolium, Dacrydium vieillardii, Falcatifolium angustum, Falcatifolium falciforme, Falcatifolium gruezoi, Falcatifolium papuanum, Falcatifolium sleumeri, Falcatifolium taxoides, Falcatifolium falcatum, Halocarpus bidwillii, Halocarpus biformis, Halocarpus kirkii,

References

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Christopher Nigel Page (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.N.Page' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000522640: Placement according to April 2023 Classification