Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
692228

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

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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.

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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,

References