Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) L.Gaut.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 76(2): 263. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427849
Common Names
- Englerophytum laurentii
- Laurentii englerophytum
- Laurentii grass
Description
Englerophytum laurentii (also called Laurent's Englerophytum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in lowland rainforests and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Englerophytum laurentii is a species of tree that is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and landscaping. It has a spreading habit and is drought tolerant, making it a popular choice for low-maintenance gardens. It also provides food and shelter for wildlife.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Englerophytum laurentii var. laurentii
Englerophytum laurentii var. lundense (Cavaco) L.Gaut.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Englerophytum laurentii has small, yellow flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Englerophytum laurentii is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Englerophytum laurentii
Englerophytum laurentii can be found in Central Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.
Englerophytum laurentii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Englerophytum laurentii?
Englerophytum laurentii
What is the family of Englerophytum laurentii?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Englerophytum laurentii?
Dry grasslands and scrublands
Species in the Englerophytum genus
Englerophytum iturense,
Englerophytum congolense,
Englerophytum magalismontanum,
Englerophytum natalense,
Englerophytum oblanceolatum,
Englerophytum oubanguiense,
Englerophytum somiferanum,
Englerophytum stelechantha,
Englerophytum letestui,
Englerophytum kouloungense,
Englerophytum paludosum,
Englerophytum gigantifolium,
Englerophytum libenii,
Englerophytum sylverianum,
Englerophytum ferrugineum,
Englerophytum koulamoutouense,
Englerophytum laurentii,
Englerophytum longepedicellatum,
Englerophytum mayumbense,
Englerophytum rwandense,
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,