Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Gmel.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1791
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat., ed. 13[bis]. : 353 (1791)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691561
Common Names
- Forgesia racemosa
- Racemose Forgesia
- Forgesia
Description
Fornasia ebenifera (also called 'Ebony Fornasia', among many other common names) is an evergreen, woody, climbing shrub native to tropical Africa. It is found in moist, shady forests, and is often found growing on other trees.
Uses & Benefits
Forgesia racemosa has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber in the past. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white flowers with 5 petals. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings are green with small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fornesinia racemosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Forgesia racemosa
Forgesia racemosa is native to tropical Africa.
Forgesia racemosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Forgesia racemosa?
Forgesia racemosa
What is the common name of Forgesia racemosa?
Racemose Forgesia
What is the natural habitat of Forgesia racemosa?
Tropical deciduous forests in Mexico
Species in the Forgesia genus
Species in the Escalloniaceae family
Anopterus glandulosus,
Anopterus macleayanus,
Eremosyne pectinata,
Escallonia alpina,
Escallonia angustifolia,
Escallonia bifida,
Escallonia bracteata,
Escallonia callcottiae,
Escallonia chlorophylla,
Escallonia cordobensis,
Escallonia demissa,
Escallonia discolor,
Escallonia farinacea,
Escallonia florida,
Escallonia gayana,
Escallonia herrerae,
Escallonia hispida,
Escallonia hypoglauca,
Escallonia illinita,
Escallonia laevis,
Escallonia ledifolia,
Escallonia lepidota,
Escallonia leucantha,
Escallonia megapotamica,
Escallonia micrantha,
Escallonia millegrana,
Escallonia mollis,
Escallonia myrtilloides,
Escallonia myrtoidea,
Escallonia obtusissima,
Escallonia paniculata,
Escallonia pendula,
Escallonia petrophila,
Escallonia piurensis,
Escallonia polifolia,
Escallonia promaucana,
Escallonia pulverulenta,
Escallonia rebecae,
Escallonia resinosa,
Escallonia reticulata,
Escallonia revoluta,
Escallonia rigida,
Escallonia rosea,
Escallonia rubra,
Escallonia salicifolia,
Escallonia schreiteri,
Escallonia serrata,
Escallonia tucumanensis,
Escallonia virgata,
Escallonia stricta,