Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 435 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525994
Common Names
- Ulugurensis Allanblackia
- Ulugurensis Allanblackia
- Ulugurensis Snakeweed
Description
Allanblackia ulugurensis (also called Allanblackia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane forests. It is a large evergreen tree that can reach up to 40m in height. Its bark is grey-brown and smooth, and its leaves are glossy and dark green.
Uses & Benefits
Allanblackia ulugurensis 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 ulugurensis has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allanblackia ulugurensis 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 ulugurensis
Allanblackia ulugurensis is native to Tanzania and can be found in moist, tropical forests.
Allanblackia ulugurensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allanblackia ulugurensis?
Allanblackia ulugurensis
What is the common name of Allanblackia ulugurensis?
Uluguru allanblackia
What is the natural habitat of Allanblackia ulugurensis?
Moist lowland and montane forests
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,