Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
afzelii
ID:
318799

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) T.D.Penn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sapotac. : 248 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318131



Common Names

  • Synsepalum afzelii
  • Afzelii Synsepalum
  • Afzelii Miracle Fruit


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Synonyms

  • Mimusops micrantha A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Pachystela micrantha (A.Chev.) Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Pouteria afzelii (Engl.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Pouteria akuedo Baehni [unknown]
  • Richardella afzelii (Engl.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Sersalisia afzelii Engl. [unknown]
  • Sersalisia micrantha (A.Chev.) Aubrév. & Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Sersalisia microphylla A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Vincentella micrantha (A.Chev.) A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Afrosersalisia afzelii (Engl.) A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Afrosersalisia micrantha (A.Chev.) A.Chev. [unknown]

Description

Synsepalum afzelii (also called Afzel's Synsepalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in a variety of habitats, including savannas, woodlands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Synsepalum afzelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, stomach problems, and snakebites.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Synsepalum afzelii is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synsepalum afzelii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Synsepalum afzelii

Synsepalum afzelii is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Synsepalum afzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synsepalum afzelii?

Synsepalum afzelii

What is the common name of Synsepalum afzelii?

Afzelii

What is the family of Synsepalum afzelii?

Sapotaceae

Species in the Synsepalum genus

Synsepalum afzelii, Synsepalum aubrevillei, Synsepalum batesii, Synsepalum bequaertii, Synsepalum brenanii, Synsepalum brevipes, Synsepalum cerasiferum, Synsepalum congolense, Synsepalum dulcificum, Synsepalum fleuryanum, Synsepalum gabonense, Synsepalum kaessneri, Synsepalum laurentii, Synsepalum le-testui, Synsepalum letouzei, Synsepalum msolo, Synsepalum muelleri, Synsepalum nyangense, Synsepalum passargei, Synsepalum pobeguinianum, Synsepalum revolutum, Synsepalum seretii, Synsepalum stipulatum, Synsepalum subcordatum, Synsepalum subverticillatum, Synsepalum tsounkpe, Synsepalum ulugurense, Synsepalum zenkeri, Synsepalum ntimii, Synsepalum buluensis, Synsepalum carrieanum, Synsepalum lastoursvillense, Synsepalum ogouense, Synsepalum ovatostipulatum, Synsepalum oyemense, Synsepalum tomentosum,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-199101: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Terence Dale Pennington (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Penn.' in the authors string.