Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
cribbianus
ID:
926449

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.M.Bailey) L.S.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 67: 31 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000925784

Common Names

  • Cribbianus Plum
  • Cribbianus Flacourtia
  • Wild Mangosteen

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Description

Corynocarpus cribbianus (also called Corynocarpus cribbianus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in lowland rainforests, secondary forests, and riverine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Corynocarpus cribbianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Corynocarpus cribbianus is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corynocarpus cribbianus is a small shrub, usually growing to a height of 1-2 m. It 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 semi-hardwood or hardwood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil mix moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Corynocarpus cribbianus

Corynocarpus cribbianus is native to India and Sri Lanka.

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-48197: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.
Lindsay Stuart Smith (1917-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.S.Sm.' in the authors string.