Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 10: 43 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525979
Common Names
- Floribunda Allanblackia
- Abundant Allanblackia
- Abundant Snakeweed
Synonyms
- Allanblackia klainei Pierre ex A.Chev. [unknown]
- Allanblackia parviflora A.Chev. [unknown]
Description
Allanblackia floribunda (also called African Butter Tree, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen tree that is native to tropical Africa. It has a straight, cylindrical trunk and dark green, glossy leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is commonly found in open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Allanblackia floribunda has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and inflammation. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food coloring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allanblackia floribunda can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Allanblackia floribunda
Allanblackia floribunda is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, tropical forests.
Allanblackia floribunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allanblackia floribunda?
Allanblackia floribunda
What is the common name of Allanblackia floribunda?
Floribunda Allanblackia
What type of plant is Allanblackia floribunda?
Tree
Species in the Allanblackia genus
Species in the Clusiaceae family
Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora,
Allanblackia floribunda,
Allanblackia gabonensis,
Allanblackia kimbiliensis,
Allanblackia kisonghi,
Allanblackia marienii,
Allanblackia staneriana,
Allanblackia stuhlmannii,
Allanblackia ulugurensis,
Chrysochlamys allenii,
Chrysochlamys alterninervia,
Chrysochlamys angustifolia,
Chrysochlamys balboa,
Chrysochlamys bracteolata,
Chrysochlamys caribaea,
Chrysochlamys colombiana,
Chrysochlamys conferta,
Chrysochlamys cuneata,
Chrysochlamys dependens,
Chrysochlamys eclipes,
Chrysochlamys floribunda,
Chrysochlamys glauca,
Chrysochlamys gloriosa,
Chrysochlamys goudotii,
Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana,
Chrysochlamys laxa,
Chrysochlamys macrophylla,
Chrysochlamys membranacea,
Chrysochlamys membrillensis,
Chrysochlamys micrantha,
Chrysochlamys multiflora,
Chrysochlamys myrcioides,
Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis,
Chrysochlamys pachypoda,
Chrysochlamys pauciflora,
Chrysochlamys pavonii,
Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia,
Chrysochlamys silvicola,
Chrysochlamys skutchii,
Chrysochlamys tenuifolia,
Chrysochlamys tenuis,
Chrysochlamys ulei,
Chrysochlamys weberbaueri,
Chrysochlamys chrisharonii,
Clusia nipensis,
Clusia pachamamae,
Clusia abbottii,
Clusia acuminata,
Clusia aemygdioi,
Clusia alainii,