Inversodicraea kamerunensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kamerunensis
ID:
732479
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde 9(III 1): 274 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731812
Common Names
- Inversodicraea kamerunensis
- Kamerunensis Inversodicraea
- Kamerunensis Inversodicraea
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- Ledermanniella kamerunensis (Engl.) C.Cusset [unknown]
- Dicraeia kamerunensis Engl. [unknown]
Description
Inversodicraea kamerunensis (also called Cameroon Inversodicraea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 2-3 m. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in humid forests, riverbanks, and wet grasslands. It has pinnate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Inversodicraea kamerunensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Inversodicraea kamerunensis has white, yellow or pink flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are usually borne in clusters of up to 10. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Inversodicraea kamerunensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Inversodicraea kamerunensis
Inversodicraea kamerunensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Inversodicraea kamerunensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inversodicraea kamerunensis?
Inversodicraea kamerunensis
What are the common names of Inversodicraea kamerunensis?
Kamerun Inversodicraea
What is the natural habitat of Inversodicraea kamerunensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Inversodicraea genus
Inversodicraea abbayesii, Inversodicraea cristata, Inversodicraea kamerunensis, Inversodicraea pygmaea, Inversodicraea variabilis, Inversodicraea ledermannii, Inversodicraea mortonii, Inversodicraea gabonensis, Inversodicraea boumiensis, Inversodicraea harrisii, Inversodicraea paulsitae, Inversodicraea torrei, Inversodicraea thollonii, Inversodicraea pepehabai, Inversodicraea achoundongii, Inversodicraea ntemensis, Inversodicraea cussetiana,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,
References
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:688250-1: Based on the initial data import