Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
321438

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Leandri) Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 177 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320770

Common Names

  • Tannodia perrieri
  • Perrieri Tannodia
  • Perrieri Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Domohinea perrieri Leandri [unknown]

Description

Tannodia perrieri (also called Perrier's Tannodia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, reaching a height of up to 10 m. It is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where it is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 800–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tannodia perrieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tannodia perrieri var. perrieri
Tannodia perrieri var. latifolia Radcl.-Sm.
Tannodia perrieri var. ludiifolia Radcl.-Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow, star-shaped, with five petals. Seed: small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: thin, green, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tannodia perrieri is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer.

Where to Find Tannodia perrieri

Tannodia perrieri is native to tropical rainforests in Central and West Africa.

Tannodia perrieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tannodia perrieri?

Tannodia perrieri

What is the family of Tannodia perrieri?

Asteraceae

What are the common names of Tannodia perrieri?

Perrieri Tannodia, Perrieri Tannodia Grass, Perrieri Tannodia Weed

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-201572: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.
Jacques Désiré Leandri (1903-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leandri' in the authors string.