Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
staneriana
ID:
526660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell & Mendonça

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 74(Suppl.): 20 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525992

Common Names

  • Staneriana Allanblackia
  • Staner's Allanblackia
  • Staner's Snakeweed

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Description

Allanblackia staneriana (also called Staner'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 staneriana 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 staneriana 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 staneriana 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 staneriana

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

Allanblackia staneriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allanblackia staneriana?

Allanblackia staneriana

What is the common name of Allanblackia staneriana?

Staner's Allanblackia

What type of plant is Allanblackia staneriana?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2628590: Based on the initial data import
Francisco de Ascensão Mendonça (1889-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mendonça' in the authors string.
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.