Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
secunda
ID:
1296694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. ex Planch. & Triana

Source:
tro

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 14: 271 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296032

Common Names

  • Second Tovomita
  • Second Tovomitopsis
  • Tovomita Secunda

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Description

Tovomita secunda (also called African Tree of Life, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tovomita secunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower that can be used for decoration. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tovomita secunda is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tovomita secunda is a perennial evergreen tree that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate dry conditions, but will not tolerate wet soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Pruning is not necessary, but can be done in late winter to shape the plant.

Where to Find Tovomita secunda

Tovomita secunda can be found in Central and South America.

Tovomita secunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tovomita secunda?

Tovomita secunda

What is the common name of Tovomita secunda?

Second Tovomita

Where is Tovomita secunda found?

Central and South America

Species in the Tovomita genus

Tovomita tenuiflora, Tovomita spruceana, Tovomita stergiosii, Tovomita weddelliana, Tovomita trojitana, Tovomita turbinata, Tovomita umbellata, Tovomita obovata, Tovomita plumieri, Tovomita parviflora, Tovomita macrocarpa, Tovomita longifolia, Tovomita macrophylla, Tovomita riedeliana, Tovomita rileyi, Tovomita rubella, Tovomita schomburgkii, Tovomita humilis, Tovomita killipii, Tovomita atropurpurea, Tovomita auriculata, Tovomita brasiliensis, Tovomita carinata, Tovomita brevistaminea, Tovomita albiflora, Tovomita acutiflora, Tovomita glazioviana, Tovomita gracilipes, Tovomita coriacea, Tovomita elliptica, Tovomita fructipendula, Tovomita fanshawei, Tovomita foldatsii, Tovomita eggersii, Tovomita angustata, Tovomita gazelii, Tovomita micrantha, Tovomita clarkii, Tovomita calodictyos, Tovomita grata, Tovomita mangle, Tovomita obscura, Tovomita uniflora, Tovomita amazonica, Tovomita caloneura, Tovomita chachapoyasensis, Tovomita duckei, Tovomita glossophylla, Tovomita krukovii, Tovomita lanceolata,

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-7801075: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.