Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
nyangense
ID:
318822

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pellegr.) McPherson & L.J.T.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 535 (1999 publ. 2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318154



Common Names

  • Synsepalum nyangense
  • Nyangense Synsepalum
  • Nyangense Miracle Fruit


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Synonyms

  • Chrysophyllum nyangense (Pellegr.) Govaerts [unknown]
  • Ecclinusa nyangensis (Pellegr.) Aubrév. [unknown]
  • Gambeya nyangensis Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Synsepalum nyangense (Pellegr.) McPherson & L.J.T. White [deprecated]

Description

Synsepalum nyangense (also called Nyanga 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 nyangense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synsepalum nyangense 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 nyangense is a tropical plant native to Central America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Synsepalum nyangense

Synsepalum nyangense is native to Central Africa and can be found in tropical forests.

Synsepalum nyangense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synsepalum nyangense?

Synsepalum nyangense

What is the common name of Synsepalum nyangense?

Nyang's Synsepalum

What is the natural habitat of Synsepalum nyangense?

It is native to Central Africa.

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-199126: Based on the initial data import
Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
Lee J.T. White: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.J.T.White' in the authors string.