Vepris sansibarensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) Mziray
Source:
tro
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 30(1): 75 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001227823
Common Names
- Vepris
- Sansibarensis
- Vepris Sansibarensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vepris sansibarensis (also called Sansibar 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 sansibarensis 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 sansibarensis has white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings have small, oval leaves that are dark green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vepris sansibarensis 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 sansibarensis
Vepris sansibarensis can be found in Somalia.
Vepris sansibarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vepris sansibarensis?
Vepris sansibarensis
What is the family of Vepris sansibarensis?
Rutaceae
What is the common name of Vepris sansibarensis?
Sansibar 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-50052307: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
William R. Mziray: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mziray' in the authors string.