Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
ogowense
ID:
857379

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Chev.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Vég. Ut. Afr. Trop. Franç. 9: 270 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000856714



Common Names

  • Ceylon Satinwood
  • Ogowe Satinwood
  • African Satinwood


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Description

Chrysophyllum ogowense (also called Ogwanda Star-apple, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Sapotaceae. It is native to western Africa, from Nigeria to Cameroon, and it grows in tropical rainforests. It is an evergreen tree that grows to a height of 10-20 m, with large, glossy leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum ogowense is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellowish green, spike-like inflorescence. Seed: small, brown, oblong-shaped. Seedlings: thin, erect stems with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum ogowense is a perennial tree native to Africa. It is a slow-growing species that can reach up to 20 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils, and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum ogowense

Chrysophyllum ogowense can be found in tropical Africa.

Chrysophyllum ogowense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum ogowense?

Chrysophyllum ogowense

What is the common name of Chrysophyllum ogowense?

African star apple

What is the habitat of Chrysophyllum ogowense?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Chrysophyllum genus

Chrysophyllum contumacense, Chrysophyllum manabiense, Chrysophyllum wilsonii, Chrysophyllum acreanum, Chrysophyllum africanum, Chrysophyllum albidum, Chrysophyllum albipilum, Chrysophyllum amazonicum, Chrysophyllum arenarium, Chrysophyllum argenteum, Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum, Chrysophyllum bicolor, Chrysophyllum bombycinum, Chrysophyllum brenesii, Chrysophyllum cainito, Chrysophyllum colombianum, Chrysophyllum cuneifolium, Chrysophyllum durifructum, Chrysophyllum euryphyllum, Chrysophyllum eximium, Chrysophyllum flexuosum, Chrysophyllum gonocarpum, Chrysophyllum hirsutum, Chrysophyllum imperiale, Chrysophyllum inornatum, Chrysophyllum januariense, Chrysophyllum lanatum, Chrysophyllum lucentifolium, Chrysophyllum manaosense, Chrysophyllum marginatum, Chrysophyllum mexicanum, Chrysophyllum ogowense, Chrysophyllum oliviforme, Chrysophyllum ovale, Chrysophyllum papuanicum, Chrysophyllum paranaense, Chrysophyllum parvulum, Chrysophyllum pauciflorum, Chrysophyllum perpulchrum, Chrysophyllum perrieri, Chrysophyllum pomiferum, Chrysophyllum prieurii, Chrysophyllum reitzianum, Chrysophyllum revolutum, Chrysophyllum roxburghii, Chrysophyllum rufum, Chrysophyllum sanguinolentum, Chrysophyllum scalare, Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum, Chrysophyllum splendens,

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,