Anodendron wrayi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrayi
ID:
216939
Status:
valid
Authors:
King & Gamble
Source:
wcs
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 489 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216268
Common Names
- Anodendron wrayi
- Wray's Anodendron
- Wray's Anodendron Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Trachelospermum obtusifolium Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Anodendron wrayi (also called Wray's anodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in dry deciduous forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Anodendron wrayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anodendron wrayi has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and two small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anodendron wrayi is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Anodendron wrayi
Anodendron wrayi is native to the dry savannas of East Africa, from Ethiopia to Tanzania.
Anodendron wrayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anodendron wrayi?
Anodendron wrayi
What is the common name of Anodendron wrayi?
Wray's Palm
What is the natural habitat of Anodendron wrayi?
It is native to the island of New Guinea.
Species in the Anodendron genus
Anodendron affine, Anodendron axillare, Anodendron benthamianum, Anodendron borneense, Anodendron candolleanum, Anodendron coriaceum, Anodendron gracile, Anodendron howii, Anodendron nervosum, Anodendron oblongifolium, Anodendron pauciflorum, Anodendron punctatum, Anodendron seramense, Anodendron tubulosum, Anodendron whitmorei, Anodendron wrayi, Anodendron parviflorum,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10140: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.