Status:
valid
Authors:
Dammer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 30: 179 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250351
Common Names
- Neonicholsonia watsonii
- Watson's Neonicholsonia
- Watsonii Neonicholsonia
Description
Neonicholsonia watsonii (also called Watson's Neonicholsonia, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in lowland and montane rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neonicholsonia watsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Neonicholsonia watsonii are white or cream-colored, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with white or cream-colored petals.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neonicholsonia watsonii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Neonicholsonia watsonii
Neonicholsonia watsonii can be found in tropical West Africa.
Neonicholsonia watsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neonicholsonia watsonii?
Neonicholsonia watsonii
What is the common name of Neonicholsonia watsonii?
Watson's Neonicholsonia
What is the natural habitat of Neonicholsonia watsonii?
It is native to the Philippines
Species in the Neonicholsonia genus
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Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,