Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
gabonensis
ID:
498123

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(2): 449 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497455

Common Names

  • Sacoglottis gabonensis
  • Gabonensis Sacoglottis
  • Gabonensis Tree

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Synonyms

  • Aubrya gabonensis Baill. [unknown]
  • Houmiri gabonensis Baill. [unknown]
  • Humiria gabonensis (Baill.) Baill. [unknown]

Description

Sacoglottis gabonensis (also called Gabon Sacoglottis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Humiriaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa. It is found in lowland rainforests, at elevations of 0–1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Sacoglottis gabonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize sandy soils and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sacoglottis gabonensis are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sacoglottis gabonensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Sacoglottis gabonensis

Sacoglottis gabonensis can be found in Central and West Africa.

Sacoglottis gabonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sacoglottis gabonensis?

Sacoglottis gabonensis

What is the common name of Sacoglottis gabonensis?

Gabon Sacoglottis

What is the natural habitat of Sacoglottis gabonensis?

Sacoglottis gabonensis is native to Africa

Species in the Humiriaceae family

Duckesia verrucosa, Endopleura uchi, Humiria balsamifera, Humiria crassifolia, Humiria fruticosa, Humiria wurdackii, Humiria crassifolia, Humiriastrum colombianum, Humiriastrum cuspidatum, Humiriastrum diguense, Humiriastrum liesneri, Humiriastrum mussunungense, Humiriastrum obovatum, Humiriastrum ottohuberi, Humiriastrum piraparanense, Humiriastrum excelsum, Humiriastrum procerum, Humiriastrum melanocarpum, Humiriastrum glaziovii, Humiriastrum mapiriense, Humiriastrum villosum, Humiriastrum dentatum, Humiriastrum subcrenatum, Humiriastrum spiritu-sancti, Hylocarpa heterocarpa, Sacoglottis gabonensis, Sacoglottis maguirei, Sacoglottis mattogrossensis, Sacoglottis guianensis, Sacoglottis cydonioides, Sacoglottis amazonica, Sacoglottis ceratocarpa, Sacoglottis trichogyna, Sacoglottis ovicarpa, Sacoglottis holdridgei, Schistostemon auyantepuiense, Schistostemon retusum, Schistostemon fernandezii, Schistostemon oblongifolium, Schistostemon reticulatum, Schistostemon dichotomum, Schistostemon macrophyllum, Schistostemon densiflorum, Schistostemon sylvaticus, Schistostemon auyantepuiensis, Vantanea minor, Vantanea guianensis, Vantanea parviflora, Vantanea macrocarpa, Vantanea obovata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2589249: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.