Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hochreutineri
ID:
1324357

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.J.Lam) Swenson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taxon 62: 760 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336811



Common Names

  • Pichonia Hochreutineri
  • Hochreutiner's Pichonia
  • Hochreutiner's Tree


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Uses & Benefits

Pichonia hochreutineri is used for its wood, which is used for fuel, construction, and furniture. It is also used for its edible fruits and seeds, which are eaten raw or cooked, and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pichonia hochreutineri has white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are dark brown, flat, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are slender and have grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pichonia hochreutineri is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Pichonia hochreutineri

Pichonia hochreutineri can be found in the African countries of Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.

Pichonia hochreutineri FAQ

What is the common name of Pichonia hochreutineri?

Hochreutiner's Acacia

What is the growth habit of Pichonia hochreutineri?

It is a small to medium-sized tree, usually growing to a height of 10–20 m.

What is the native range of Pichonia hochreutineri?

East Africa, from Ethiopia to Mozambique

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

Ulf Swenson (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swenson' in the authors string.
Herman Johannes Lam (1892-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Lam' in the authors string.