Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
marienii
ID:
526655

Status:
valid

Authors:
Staner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 13: 110 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525987

Common Names

  • Marienii Allanblackia
  • Marien's Allanblackia
  • Marien's Snakeweed

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Description

Allanblackia marienii (also called Marien's 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 marienii 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

Allanblackia marienii has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allanblackia marienii 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 marienii

Allanblackia marienii is native to the Democratic Republic of Congo and can be found in moist, tropical forests.

Allanblackia marienii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allanblackia marienii?

Allanblackia marienii

What is the common name of Allanblackia marienii?

Marien's Allanblackia

What type of plant is Allanblackia marienii?

Tree

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,

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