Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
morenoi
ID:
646012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52(1): 216. 1997 [26 Mar 1997]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645344

Common Names

  • Moreno's False-petal
  • False-petal
  • Dichapetalum morenoi

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Description

Dichapetalum morenoi (also called Moreno's Dichapetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical West Africa, from Guinea to Nigeria, and is found in evergreen and semi-deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dichapetalum morenoi is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Dichapetalum morenoi is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, dark brown in color, and has a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichapetalum morenoi is a shrub that can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). Prune the plant to encourage bushier growth and remove any dead or damaged branches.

Where to Find Dichapetalum morenoi

Dichapetalum morenoi can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Dichapetalum morenoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichapetalum morenoi?

Dichapetalum morenoi

What are the common names of Dichapetalum morenoi?

African wild peach, wild peach

What is the natural habitat of Dichapetalum morenoi?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Africa

Species in the Dichapetalum genus

Dichapetalum neglectum, Dichapetalum acuminatum, Dichapetalum affine, Dichapetalum alaotrense, Dichapetalum albidum, Dichapetalum altescandens, Dichapetalum angolense, Dichapetalum arachnoideum, Dichapetalum arenarium, Dichapetalum asplundeanum, Dichapetalum axillare, Dichapetalum bangii, Dichapetalum barbatum, Dichapetalum barbosae, Dichapetalum barteri, Dichapetalum beilschmiedioides, Dichapetalum bellum, Dichapetalum berendinae, Dichapetalum bernalii, Dichapetalum bocageanum, Dichapetalum bodyi, Dichapetalum bojeri, Dichapetalum braunii, Dichapetalum brenesii, Dichapetalum bullatum, Dichapetalum chalotii, Dichapetalum chlorinum, Dichapetalum choristilum, Dichapetalum coelhoi, Dichapetalum congoense, Dichapetalum crassifolium, Dichapetalum cymosum, Dichapetalum cymulosum, Dichapetalum deflexum, Dichapetalum dewevrei, Dichapetalum dewildei, Dichapetalum dictyospermum, Dichapetalum discolor, Dichapetalum donnell-smithii, Dichapetalum edule, Dichapetalum eickii, Dichapetalum fadenii, Dichapetalum filicaule, Dichapetalum findouense, Dichapetalum foreroi, Dichapetalum froesii, Dichapetalum fructuosum, Dichapetalum gabonense, Dichapetalum gassitae, Dichapetalum gelonioides,

Species in the Dichapetalaceae family

Dichapetalum neglectum, Dichapetalum acuminatum, Dichapetalum affine, Dichapetalum alaotrense, Dichapetalum albidum, Dichapetalum altescandens, Dichapetalum angolense, Dichapetalum arachnoideum, Dichapetalum arenarium, Dichapetalum asplundeanum, Dichapetalum axillare, Dichapetalum bangii, Dichapetalum barbatum, Dichapetalum barbosae, Dichapetalum barteri, Dichapetalum beilschmiedioides, Dichapetalum bellum, Dichapetalum berendinae, Dichapetalum bernalii, Dichapetalum bocageanum, Dichapetalum bodyi, Dichapetalum bojeri, Dichapetalum braunii, Dichapetalum brenesii, Dichapetalum bullatum, Dichapetalum chalotii, Dichapetalum chlorinum, Dichapetalum choristilum, Dichapetalum coelhoi, Dichapetalum congoense, Dichapetalum crassifolium, Dichapetalum cymosum, Dichapetalum cymulosum, Dichapetalum deflexum, Dichapetalum dewevrei, Dichapetalum dewildei, Dichapetalum dictyospermum, Dichapetalum discolor, Dichapetalum donnell-smithii, Dichapetalum edule, Dichapetalum eickii, Dichapetalum fadenii, Dichapetalum filicaule, Dichapetalum findouense, Dichapetalum foreroi, Dichapetalum froesii, Dichapetalum fructuosum, Dichapetalum gabonense, Dichapetalum gassitae, Dichapetalum gelonioides,

References