Mezoneuron angolense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angolense
ID:
170252
Status:
valid
Authors:
Welw. ex Oliv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 261 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169581
Common Names
- Mezoneuron angolense
- Angolan Mezoneuron
- Angola Mezoneuron
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- Caesalpinia angolensis (Welw. ex Oliv.) Herend. & Zarucchi [valid]
Description
Mezoneuron angolense (also called African Teak, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It has pinnate leaves, yellow flowers, and fruits with a single seed. It is found in moist and wet forests, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Mezoneuron angolense is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mezoneuron angolense is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Mezoneuron angolense is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate drought and is moderately frost-hardy.
Where to Find Mezoneuron angolense
Mezoneuron angolense is native to Africa and can be found in Angola, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Mezoneuron angolense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mezoneuron angolense?
Mezoneuron angolense
What is the common name of Mezoneuron angolense?
Angolan Mezoneuron
What type of plant is Mezoneuron angolense?
Tree
Species in the Mezoneuron genus
Mezoneuron angolense, Mezoneuron cucullatum, Mezoneuron kauaiense, Mezoneuron andamanicum, Mezoneuron benthamianum, Mezoneuron hildebrandtii, Mezoneuron sinense, Mezoneuron hymenocarpum, Mezoneuron furfuraceum, Mezoneuron latisiliquum, Mezoneuron nhatrangense, Mezoneuron pubescens, Mezoneuron sumatranum, Mezoneuron mindorense, Mezoneuron scortechinii, Mezoneuron baudouinii, Mezoneuron nitens, Mezoneuron erythrocarpum, Mezoneuron montrouzieri, Mezoneuron brachycarpum, Mezoneuron enneaphyllum, Mezoneuron rubiginosum, Mezoneuron schlechteri, Mezoneuron ouenense,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:507171-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Mezoneuron angolense Welw. ex Oliv.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.