Warburgia salutaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salutaris
ID:
428247
Status:
valid
Authors:
(G.Bertol.) Chiov.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , n.s., 44: 683 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427579
Common Names
- Warburgia salutaris
- Salutaris warburgia
- Warburgia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Warburgia breyeri Pott [unknown]
- Chibaca salutaris G.Bertol. [unknown]
Description
Warburgia salutaris (also called African Pepper Tree, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen tree native to Africa. It grows in moist habitats such as wet meadows, swamps, and along streams. It has an upright habit and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Warburgia salutaris is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: yellow-orange, solitary or in small clusters. Seed: small, black, shiny. Seedlings: with rounded leaves, hairy.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Warburgia salutaris is a slow-growing tree that requires a well-draining soil mix and plenty of light. It is best propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It is also possible to propagate by layering.
Where to Find Warburgia salutaris
Warburgia salutaris is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of the continent.
Warburgia salutaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Warburgia salutaris?
Warburgia salutaris
What is the common name of Warburgia salutaris?
African Pepper Tree
What is the natural habitat of Warburgia salutaris?
It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa
Species in the Warburgia genus
Species in the Canellaceae family
Canella winterana, Cinnamodendron angustifolium, Cinnamodendron axillare, Cinnamodendron corticosum, Cinnamodendron cubense, Cinnamodendron dinisii, Cinnamodendron ekmanii, Cinnamodendron sampaioanum, Cinnamodendron tenuifolium, Cinnamodendron venezuelense, Cinnamodendron occhionianum, Cinnamosma fragrans, Cinnamosma macrocarpa, Cinnamosma madagascariensis, Pleodendron macranthum, Pleodendron ekmanii, Pleodendron costaricense, Warburgia salutaris, Warburgia stuhlmannii, Warburgia ugandensis, Warburgia elongata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2465886: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Giuseppe Bertoloni (1804-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Bertol.' in the authors string.