Status:
valid
Authors:
Warm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(2): 50 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733090
Common Names
- Qualea Densiflora
- Dense-flowered Qualea
- Dense-flowered Sandpaper Tree
Description
Qualea densiflora (also called red-wood, red-wood tree, or red-wood vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Vochysiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria east to Uganda and south to Angola. It grows in lowland and montane rainforests, and is a large tree, reaching up to 30 m tall.
Uses & Benefits
Qualea densiflora is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, reducing inflammation, and improving digestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Qualea densiflora has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and long, slender seedpods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Qualea densiflora is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Where to Find Qualea densiflora
Qualea densiflora is found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Qualea densiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Qualea densiflora?
Qualea densiflora
What type of plant is Qualea densiflora?
Qualea densiflora is a species of flowering plant in the family Vochysiaceae.
Where is Qualea densiflora found?
Qualea densiflora is found in South America.
Species in the Qualea genus
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,
Qualea densiflora,
Qualea dinizii,
Qualea elegans,
Qualea gestasiana,
Qualea glaziovii,
Qualea gracilior,
Qualea grandiflora,
Qualea hannekesaskiarum,
Qualea homosepala,
Qualea impexa,
Qualea ingens,
Qualea labouriauana,
Qualea lineata,
Qualea lundii,
Qualea macropetala,
Qualea magna,
Qualea megalocarpa,
Qualea mori-boomii,
Qualea multiflora,
Qualea panamensis,
Qualea paraensis,
Qualea parviflora,
Qualea polychroma,
Qualea psidiifolia,
Qualea pulcherrima,
Qualea rosea,
Qualea rupicola,
Qualea schomburgkiana,
Qualea selloi,
Qualea sprucei,
Qualea suprema,
Qualea tessmannii,
Qualea themistoclesii,
Qualea tricolor,
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum,
Callisthene erythroclada,
Callisthene fasciculata,
Callisthene inundata,
Callisthene major,
Callisthene microphylla,
Callisthene minor,
Callisthene mollissima,
Erisma arietinum,
Erisma bicolor,
Erisma blancoa,
Erisma bracteosum,
Erisma calcaratum,
Erisma costatum,
Erisma djalma-batistae,
Erisma floribundum,
Erisma fuscum,
Erisma gracile,
Erisma japura,
Erisma lanceolatum,
Erisma laurifolium,
Erisma maliforme,
Erisma megalophyllum,
Erisma micranthum,
Erisma nitidum,
Erisma niveum,
Erisma silvae,
Erisma splendens,
Erisma tessmannii,
Erisma uncinatum,
Erisma panamense,
Erismadelphus exsul,
Erismadelphus sessilis,
Korupodendron songweanum,
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,