Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
morogorensis
ID:
1228474

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kokwaro) Mziray

Source:
tro

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 30(1): 74 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001227812



Common Names

  • Vepris
  • Morogorensis
  • Vepris Morogorensis


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Description

Vepris morogorensis (also called Morogoro Vepris, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils. It is often found in scrubland and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vepris morogorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood and timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vepris morogorensis has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vepris morogorensis is a small evergreen tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Vepris morogorensis

Vepris morogorensis can be found in Tanzania.

Vepris morogorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vepris morogorensis?

Vepris morogorensis

What is the family of Vepris morogorensis?

Rutaceae

What is the common name of Vepris morogorensis?

Morogoro Vepris

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 tro-50052290: Based on the initial data import
John Ongayo Kokwaro (1940-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kokwaro' in the authors string.
William R. Mziray: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mziray' in the authors string.