Treculia engliana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
De Wild. & T.Durand
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tro
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001084815
Common Names
- Treculia engliana
- Engl's Treculia
- Engl's Breadfruit
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Treculia engliana (also called African breadfruit, among many other common names) is a large tree native to tropical Africa. It grows in lowland areas and prefers full sun. It has a broad, spreading crown and its bark is grey-brown in color.
Uses & Benefits
Treculia engliana is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Treculia engliana has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped, green leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Treculia engliana is a fast-growing tropical tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Treculia engliana prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Where to Find Treculia engliana
Treculia engliana is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Treculia genus
Species in the Moraceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-21301015: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.