Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 9: 14 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519678
Common Names
- Adansonia gregorii
- Gregorii Baobab
- Gregorii Tree
Synonyms
- Adansonia rupestris Kent [unknown]
- Adansonia gibbosa (A.Cunn.) Guymer ex D.A.Baum [unknown]
- Adansonia gregorii globosa Ostenf. [unknown]
- Adansonia stanburyana Hochr. [unknown]
- Baobabus gregorii Kuntze [unknown]
- Capparis gibbosa A.Cunn. [unknown]
Description
Adansonia gregorii (also called 'Gregory's Baobab', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Australia. It has white flowers and grows in dry, open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Adansonia gregorii 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 gregorii has large, white flowers with yellow centers and large seeds. The seedlings are thick and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adansonia gregorii 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 gregorii
Adansonia gregorii is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.
Adansonia gregorii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adansonia gregorii?
Adansonia gregorii
What type of plant is Adansonia gregorii?
Tree
Where is Adansonia gregorii found?
Australia
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,