Status:
valid
Authors:
Alain
Source:
cmp
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Revista Soc. Cub. Bot. 10: 27 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556887
Common Names
- Auerodendron martii
- Mart's Auerodendron
- Mart's False Foxglove
Description
Auerodendron martii (also called Mart's Auerodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Burseraceae. It is native to tropical West Africa and grows in moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Auerodendron martii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Auerodendron martii has yellow flowers with red petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Auerodendron martii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.
Where to Find Auerodendron martii
Auerodendron martii can be found in the Caribbean region.
Auerodendron martii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Auerodendron martii?
Auerodendron martii
What is the common name of Auerodendron martii?
Mart's Auerodendron
What is the natural habitat of Auerodendron martii?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Auerodendron genus
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica,
Adolphia infesta,
Alphitonia pomaderroides,
Alphitonia carolinensis,
Alphitonia excelsa,
Alphitonia ferruginea,
Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,