Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pierre) Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(4): 215 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387945
Common Names
- Gabon Broomrape
- Gabon Orobanche
- Gabunensis Orobanche
Synonyms
- Simaba gabonensis (Pierre) Feuillet [unknown]
- Quassia silvestris Cheek & Jongkind [unknown]
- Hannoa kitombetombe Gilbert [unknown]
- Hannoa njariensis Gilbert [unknown]
- Quassia gabonensis Pierre [valid]
- Quassia undulata silvestris Voorh. [unknown]
Description
Odyendea gabunensis (also called Gabon Odyendea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Central Africa. It grows in moist to wet forests, such as rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Odyendea gabunensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Odyendea gabunensis is a small, yellowish-green, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Odyendea gabunensis can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in moist to wet soils in full sun to part shade. It is a low-maintenance plant and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Odyendea gabunensis
Odyendea gabunensis can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Odyendea gabunensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Odyendea gabunensis?
Odyendea gabunensis
What is the common name of Odyendea gabunensis?
Gabon Odyendea
What type of plant is Odyendea gabunensis?
Herb
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