Adansonia grandidieri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Hist. Phys. Madagascar : t. 79e, 79a (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519676
Common Names
- Adansonia grandidieri
- Grandidieri Baobab
- Grandidieri Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adansonia grandidieri (also called 'Grandidier's Baobab', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Madagascar. It has white flowers and grows in dry, open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Adansonia grandidieri has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adansonia grandidieri has large, white flowers with yellow centers and large seeds. The seedlings are thick and have multiple stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adansonia grandidieri is a large deciduous tree that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Adansonia grandidieri
Adansonia grandidieri is native to Madagascar.
Adansonia grandidieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adansonia grandidieri?
Adansonia grandidieri
What type of plant is Adansonia grandidieri?
Tree
Where is Adansonia grandidieri found?
Madagascar
Species in the Adansonia genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2621139: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.