Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mossambicense
ID:
646014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , C: 235 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645346

Common Names

  • Mozambique False-petal
  • False-petal
  • Dichapetalum mossambicense

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Synonyms

  • Chailletia mossambicensis Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Dichapetalum aureonitens Engl. [unknown]

Description

Dichapetalum mossambicense (also called 'Mozambique Dichapetalum', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It typically grows up to 1 m in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in moist, forested areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Dichapetalum mossambicense is yellow, with a white 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 mossambicense 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 mossambicense

Dichapetalum mossambicense can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and East Africa.

Dichapetalum mossambicense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichapetalum mossambicense?

Dichapetalum mossambicense

What are the common names of Dichapetalum mossambicense?

African wild peach, wild peach

What is the natural habitat of Dichapetalum mossambicense?

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