Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
1296518

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hils. & Bojer ex Planch. & Triana) Vesque

Source:
tro

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 8: 231 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295856

Common Names

  • Symphonia verrucosa
  • Warty Symphonia
  • Warty Tree-of-Life

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Description

Symphonia verrucosa (also called Warty Symphonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m tall. It has white flowers and is native to South Africa, where it is found in grassland and forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Symphonia verrucosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphonia verrucosa has yellow-green flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphonia verrucosa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of habitats. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Symphonia verrucosa

Symphonia verrucosa is native to tropical Africa.

Symphonia verrucosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphonia verrucosa?

Symphonia verrucosa

What is the common name of Symphonia verrucosa?

Unknown

What is the family of Symphonia verrucosa?

Clusiaceae

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 tro-7800588: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.
Carl Hilsenberg (1802-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hils.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Julien Joseph Vesque (1848-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vesque' in the authors string.