Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
dulcificum
ID:
318810

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach. & Thonn.) Daniell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pharm. J. Trans. 11: 446 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318142



Common Names

  • Synsepalum dulcificum
  • Miracle Fruit
  • Sweet Berry


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Synonyms

  • Pouteria dulcifica (Schumach. & Thonn.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Richardella dulcifica (Schumach. & Thonn.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon dulcificum (Schumach. & Thonn.) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Bakeriella dulcifica Dubard [unknown]
  • Bumelia dulcifica Schumach. & Thonn. [unknown]
  • Synsepalum glycydorum Wernham [unknown]

Description

Synsepalum dulcificum (also called Miracle Fruit, 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 dulcificum 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

Synsepalum dulcificum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are light green and have two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synsepalum dulcificum 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 dulcificum

Synsepalum dulcificum is native to West Africa and can be found in tropical forests.

Synsepalum dulcificum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synsepalum dulcificum?

Synsepalum dulcificum

What is the common name of Synsepalum dulcificum?

Dulcificum

What is the family of Synsepalum dulcificum?

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-199113: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
William Freeman Daniell (1818-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Daniell' in the authors string.