Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Species:
zenkeri
ID:
1236599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 43: 167 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235937

Common Names

  • Strombosia Zenkeri
  • Swertia Idahoensis
  • Pentaplaris Davidsmithii

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Description

Strombosia zenkeri (also called 'Zenker's Strombosia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Olacaceae. It is native to Nigeria and is found in moist forests. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and are up to 10 cm long. It produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Strombosia zenkeri is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat minor ailments such as headaches and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Strombosia zenkeri are yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strombosia zenkeri is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Strombosia zenkeri

Strombosia zenkeri is found in tropical Africa.

Strombosia zenkeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strombosia zenkeri?

Strombosia zenkeri

What is the common name of Strombosia zenkeri?

Zenker's Strombosia

What is the family of Strombosia zenkeri?

Olacaceae

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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