Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
303485

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 821 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302817

Common Names

  • Avicennia alba
  • Alba Avicennia
  • Alba Avicenniya

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Description

Avicennia alba (also called White Mangrove, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a smooth, grey bark and dark green, glossy leaves. It grows in coastal wetlands and estuaries.

Uses & Benefits

Avicennia alba is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Avicennia alba has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Avicennia alba is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady forests. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil.

Where to Find Avicennia alba

Avicennia alba can be found in Africa.

Avicennia alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Avicennia alba?

Avicennia alba

What is the common name of Avicennia alba?

Alba

Where is Avicennia alba found?

Africa

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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