Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
africana
ID:
279690

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 23: 110 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279022

Common Names

  • Africana Plukenetia
  • Plukenetia Africana
  • Africana Plukenetia

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Synonyms

  • Plukenetia hastata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Pterococcus africanus Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Tragia schultzeana Dinter ex Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Pseudotragia scandens Pax [unknown]
  • Pseudotragia schinzii Pax [unknown]
  • Sajorium africanum Baill. [unknown]

Description

Plukenetia africana (also called African Sesame, among many other common names) is a species of plant found in tropical Africa. It is an annual herb with a stem up to 1 m tall. The leaves are alternate and ovate-oblong in shape. The flowers are small and yellowish-green in color. The fruits are small, round, and black in color.

Uses & Benefits

Plukenetia africana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers with a yellow center. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plukenetia africana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Where to Find Plukenetia africana

Plukenetia africana is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Plukenetia africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plukenetia africana?

Plukenetia africana

What is the natural habitat of Plukenetia africana?

It is native to tropical Africa.

What are the common names of Plukenetia africana?

It is commonly known as the African Plumeria or the African Plumeria Tree.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References