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
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.
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.
Species in the Corynocarpus genus
Species in the Corynocarpaceae family