Status:
valid
Authors:
Turrill
Source:
ksu
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1918: 202 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492911
Common Names
- Salvadora angustifolia
- Narrow-leaved Salvadora
- Narrow-leaf Salvadora
Description
Salvadora angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Salvadora, among many other common names) is an erect shrub, up to 2 m tall, with a spreading crown. It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Angola. It grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Salvadora angustifolia is a small shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Salvadora angustifolia is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salvadora angustifolia is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Salvadora angustifolia
Salvadora angustifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the rainforests of the Congo Basin.
Salvadora angustifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Salvadora angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved salvadora
What is the scientific name of Narrow-leaved salvadora?
Salvadora angustifolia
What type of plant is Salvadora angustifolia?
Evergreen shrub
Species in the Salvadora genus
Species in the Salvadoraceae family
Azima angustifolia,
Azima sarmentosa,
Azima tetracantha,
Azima angustifolia,
Dobera glabra,
Dobera loranthifolia,
Salvadora angustifolia,
Salvadora persica,
Salvadora australis,
Salvadora oleoides,
Salvadora alii,