Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
zanzibaricus
ID:
519233

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. sér. 2, 13: 271. 1840 [Apr 1840]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518565

Common Names

  • Acridocarpus zanzibaricus
  • Zanzibar Acridocarpus
  • Zanzibar Acridocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Acridocarpus zanzibarensis Chiov. [unknown]
  • Anomalopterys zanzibarica Kuntze [unknown]
  • Banisteria zanzibarica Bojer ex Steud. [unknown]

Description

Acridocarpus zanzibaricus (also called Zanzibar Acridocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to East Africa, where it is found in dry, rocky areas. It is a small shrub with yellow flowers and small, round fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Acridocarpus zanzibaricus is a shrub native to Zanzibar. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its small white flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acridocarpus zanzibaricus is white and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acridocarpus zanzibaricus is a perennial shrub that is native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix. Once established, the plants should be spaced about 3 feet apart.

Where to Find Acridocarpus zanzibaricus

Acridocarpus zanzibaricus is native to Tanzania and can be found in the provinces of Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, and Tanga.

Acridocarpus zanzibaricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acridocarpus zanzibaricus?

Acridocarpus zanzibaricus

What are the common names of Acridocarpus zanzibaricus?

Zanzibar Acridocarpus, Zanzibar Prickly Ash

What is the natural habitat of Acridocarpus zanzibaricus?

Acridocarpus zanzibaricus is found in dry woodlands and scrub in Zanzibar, Tanzania

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,

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