Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
tro
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 8: 301 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001066286
Common Names
- Monodora grandidieri
- Grandidieri's Monodora
- Monodora Grandidieri
Description
Monodora grandidieri (also called African nutmeg, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree, typically reaching a height of 5–10 m. It is native to tropical Africa, from Guinea to Uganda and Angola. It is found in lowland rainforest and moist savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Monodora grandidieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monodora grandidieri has small, white, fragrant flowers that are arranged in clusters. The flowers have five petals and are about 1 cm (0.4 in) in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monodora grandidieri can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet.
Where to Find Monodora grandidieri
Monodora grandidieri is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and Ethiopia.
Species in the Monodora genus
Monodora myristica,
Monodora stenopetala,
Monodora tenuifolia,
Monodora zenkeri,
Monodora laurentii,
Monodora hastipetala,
Monodora angolensis,
Monodora carolinae,
Monodora globiflora,
Monodora undulata,
Monodora junodii,
Monodora crispata,
Monodora grandidieri,
Monodora minor,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,