Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mannii
ID:
1061836

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001061174

Common Names

  • Piptadeniastrum mannii
  • Piptadeniastrum
  • Mannii

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Description

Piptadeniastrum mannii (also called Mann’s piptadeniastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa and is found in the tropical rainforest habitats of Cameroon and Gabon.

Uses & Benefits

Piptadeniastrum mannii has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as a food source and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptadeniastrum mannii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptadeniastrum mannii is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is propagated by seeds, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.

Where to Find Piptadeniastrum mannii

Piptadeniastrum mannii can be found in tropical regions of the world.

Species in the Piptadeniastrum genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-13069459: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.