Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
zenkeri
ID:
1063744

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 40: 516 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001063082



Common Names

  • Ophiobotrys zenkeri
  • Zenker's Ophiobotrys
  • Zenker's False Mango


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Description

Ophiobotrys zenkeri (also called Zenker's ophiobotrys, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to tropical Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and its bark is smooth and grey. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiobotrys zenkeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiobotrys zenkeri has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiobotrys zenkeri is a small, evergreen tree native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, Ophiobotrys zenkeri should be grown in partial shade and given regular waterings.

Where to Find Ophiobotrys zenkeri

Ophiobotrys zenkeri is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Ophiobotrys genus

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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