Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
457494

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 18: 255 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456826

Common Names

  • Tapeinosperma grandiflorum
  • Large-Flowered Tapeinosperma
  • Tapeinosperma Grandiflorum

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Description

Tapeinosperma grandiflorum (also called ‘Large-flowered Tapeinosperma’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree with a rounded crown, reaching up to 10 m in height. It has a greyish-brown bark and elliptic-oblong leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and grows in lowland rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Tapeinosperma grandiflorum is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and dysentery. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make a type of dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tapeinosperma grandiflorum is a white or yellowish-white, tubular corolla with four lobes. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapeinosperma grandiflorum is a tropical tree species native to the rainforests of South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light and water.

Where to Find Tapeinosperma grandiflorum

Tapeinosperma grandiflorum can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Tapeinosperma grandiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapeinosperma grandiflorum?

Tapeinosperma grandiflorum

What is the common name of Tapeinosperma grandiflorum?

Large-flowered Tapeinosperma

What is the family of Tapeinosperma grandiflorum?

Annonaceae

Species in the Tapeinosperma genus

Tapeinosperma acutangulum, Tapeinosperma canalense, Tapeinosperma campanula, Tapeinosperma borneense, Tapeinosperma babucense, Tapeinosperma aragoense, Tapeinosperma ampliflorum, Tapeinosperma amplexicaule, Tapeinosperma alatum, Tapeinosperma chloranthum, Tapeinosperma amosense, Tapeinosperma capitatum, Tapeinosperma robustum, Tapeinosperma pulchellum, Tapeinosperma psaladense, Tapeinosperma rubriscapum, Tapeinosperma pauciflorum, Tapeinosperma pancheri, Tapeinosperma pachycaulum, Tapeinosperma oblongifolium, Tapeinosperma nitidum, Tapeinosperma netor, Tapeinosperma nectandroides, Tapeinosperma multipunctatum, Tapeinosperma wagapense, Tapeinosperma rubidum, Tapeinosperma whitei, Tapeinosperma ligulifolium, Tapeinosperma vieillardii, Tapeinosperma vestitum, Tapeinosperma tenue, Tapeinosperma squarrosum, Tapeinosperma sessilifolium, Tapeinosperma scrobiculatum, Tapeinosperma schlechteri, Tapeinosperma commutatum, Tapeinosperma colnettianum, Tapeinosperma clethroides, Tapeinosperma clavatum, Tapeinosperma minutum, Tapeinosperma cuspidatum, Tapeinosperma grandiflorum, Tapeinosperma lenormandii, Tapeinosperma lecardii, Tapeinosperma laurifolium, Tapeinosperma laeve, Tapeinosperma koghiense, Tapeinosperma kajewskii, Tapeinosperma greenwoodii, Tapeinosperma cristobalense,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,