Status:
valid
Authors:
Bourobou & Breteler
Source:
tro
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 66: 342 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259715
Common Names
- Sorindeia gabonensis
- Gabon Sorindeia
- Gabon False Ash
Description
Sorindeia gabonensis (also called Sorindeia gabonensis, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a woody stem and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in wetland habitats such as marshes and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Sorindeia gabonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sorindeia gabonensis are white and pink in color, and have a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sorindeia gabonensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F). Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F). The plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Sorindeia gabonensis
Sorindeia gabonensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.
Sorindeia gabonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sorindeia gabonensis?
Sorindeia gabonensis
What is the common name of Sorindeia gabonensis?
Gabon Sorindeia
What is the natural habitat of Sorindeia gabonensis?
It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and along streams and rivers
Species in the Sorindeia genus
Sorindeia africana,
Sorindeia batekeensis,
Sorindeia winkleri,
Sorindeia juglandifolia,
Sorindeia grandifolia,
Sorindeia madagascariensis,
Sorindeia calantha,
Sorindeia albiflora,
Sorindeia oxyandra,
Sorindeia gabonensis,
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia,
Abrahamia thouvenotii,
Abrahamia littoralis,
Abrahamia latifolia,
Abrahamia minutifolia,
Abrahamia ditimena,
Abrahamia betamponensis,
Abrahamia capuronii,
Abrahamia delphinensis,
Abrahamia ellipticarpa,
Abrahamia elongata,
Abrahamia itromoensis,
Abrahamia turkii,
Abrahamia deflexa,
Abrahamia grandidieri,
Abrahamia humbertii,
Abrahamia ibityensis,
Abrahamia lecomtei,
Abrahamia lenticellata,
Abrahamia lokobensis,
Abrahamia longipetiolata,
Abrahamia louvelii,
Abrahamia nitida,
Abrahamia oblongifolia,
Abrahamia pauciflora,
Abrahamia phillipsonii,
Abrahamia sambiranensis,
Abrahamia sericea,
Abrahamia suarezensis,
Abrahamia viguieri,
Abrahamia revoluta,
Abrahamia antongilensis,
Abrahamia darainensis,
Abrahamia patrickii,
Actinocheita filicina,
Allospondias lakonensis,
Allospondias laxiflora,
Amphipterygium simplicifolium,
Amphipterygium adstringens,
Amphipterygium amplifolium,
Amphipterygium glaucum,
Amphipterygium molle,
Anacardium amapaense,
Anacardium amilcarianum,
Anacardium brasiliense,
Anacardium caracolii,
Anacardium corymbosum,
Anacardium curatellifolium,
Anacardium excelsum,
Anacardium fruticosum,