Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
oppositifolius
ID:
519206

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vig. & Humbert ex Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 12: 61 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518538

Common Names

  • Acridocarpus oppositifolius
  • Opposite-leaved Acridocarpus
  • Opposite-leaved Acridocarpus

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Description

Acridocarpus oppositifolius (also called African Turpentine Tree, among many other common names) is a medium-sized, deciduous tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry forests, woodlands and savannas. The bark is grey-brown and the leaves are alternate, lanceolate and up to 25 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Acridocarpus oppositifolius is used for its wood, which is used for construction, furniture, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acridocarpus oppositifolius has a small white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acridocarpus oppositifolius is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Acridocarpus oppositifolius

Acridocarpus oppositifolius is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Acridocarpus oppositifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acridocarpus oppositifolius?

Acridocarpus oppositifolius

What is the common name of Acridocarpus oppositifolius?

Oppositifolius Beak-rush

Where is Acridocarpus oppositifolius found?

It is found in New Caledonia

Species in the Acridocarpus genus

Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus,

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2619999: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.