Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
420811

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) J.B.Hall ex D.J.Harris

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 458 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000420143



Common Names

  • Vepris glaberrima
  • Smooth Vepris
  • Smooth False Ash


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Synonyms

  • Oriciopsis glaberrima Engl. [unknown]
  • Vepris glaberrima (Engl.) J.B.Hall [deprecated]

Description

Vepris glaberrima (also called 'Smooth Vepris', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vepris glaberrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. Its leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vepris glaberrima has small, white flowers, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vepris glaberrima is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Vepris glaberrima

Vepris glaberrima is native to tropical Africa.

Vepris glaberrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vepris glaberrima?

Vepris glaberrima

What is the common name of Vepris glaberrima?

Smooth Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Vepris glaberrima?

Dry forests and woodlands

Species in the Vepris genus

Vepris afzelii, Vepris bachmannii, Vepris trichocarpa, Vepris trifoliolata, Vepris welwitschii, Vepris verdoorniana, Vepris stolzii, Vepris suaveolens, Vepris felicis, Vepris heterophylla, Vepris glaberrima, Vepris elegantissima, Vepris gossweileri, Vepris grandifolia, Vepris darcyi, Vepris bilocularis, Vepris hiernii, Vepris nobilis, Vepris noldeae, Vepris louisii, Vepris lecomteana, Vepris schliebenii, Vepris peraperta, Vepris parvicalyx, Vepris spathulata, Vepris arenicola, Vepris calcicola, Vepris nitida, Vepris elliotii, Vepris sclerophylla, Vepris schmidelioides, Vepris polymorpha, Vepris louvelii, Vepris macrophylla, Vepris cauliflora, Vepris gamopetala, Vepris leandriana, Vepris dicarpella, Vepris pilosa, Vepris densiflora, Vepris humbertii, Vepris ampody, Vepris decaryana, Vepris aralioides, Vepris fitoravina, Vepris carringtoniana, Vepris reflexa, Vepris termitaria, Vepris lanceolata, Vepris zambesiaca,

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2454458: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
John Bartholomew Hall (1932-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Hall' in the authors string.
David J. Harris: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Harris' in the authors string.