Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
cmp
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 14: 302 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519692
Common Names
- Adansonia suarezensis
- Suarezensis Baobab
- Suarezensis Tree
Description
Adansonia suarezensis (also called 'Suarez 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 suarezensis is used to make furniture, baskets, and other items. It is also used to make traditional medicines and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adansonia suarezensis has large, white flowers with yellow centers and large seeds. The seedlings are thick and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adansonia suarezensis 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 suarezensis
Adansonia suarezensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and western parts of the island.
Adansonia suarezensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adansonia suarezensis?
Adansonia suarezensis
What type of plant is Adansonia suarezensis?
Tree
Where is Adansonia suarezensis 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,