Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
delagoensis
ID:
525619

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Forman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 30: 83 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524951

Common Names

  • Albertisia
  • Delagoensis
  • Delagoa Albertisia

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Synonyms

  • Synclisia delagoensis N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Synclisia zambesiaca N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Synclisia junodii Schinz ex Diels [unknown]
  • Anisocycla triplinervia Diels [unknown]
  • Epinetrum delagoense Diels [unknown]
  • Synclisia delagoense N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Albertisia delagoensis (also called Delagoa Albertisia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and is found in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Albertisia delagoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Albertisia delagoensis has small white flowers. Seeds: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albertisia delagoensis is a fast-growing, deciduous, twining vine that can reach up to 30 feet in length. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Albertisia delagoensis

Albertisia delagoensis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Albertisia delagoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albertisia delagoensis?

Albertisia delagoensis

What is the common name of Albertisia delagoensis?

Delagoensis

What type of plant is Albertisia delagoensis?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2627190: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Lewis Leonard Forman (1929-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forman' in the authors string.