Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
mayumbense
ID:
1415387

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greves) L.Gaut.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 76(2): 265. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427852





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Description

Englerophytum mayumbense (also called Mayumba 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 mayumbense 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Englerophytum mayumbense 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Englerophytum mayumbense 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 mayumbense

Englerophytum mayumbense can be found in Central Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Englerophytum mayumbense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Englerophytum mayumbense?

Englerophytum mayumbense

What is the family of Englerophytum mayumbense?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Englerophytum mayumbense?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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,

References

S. Greves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greves' in the authors string.