Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanderguchtii
ID:
250368

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild.) E.M.A.Petit

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 28: 12 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249700

Common Names

  • Nauclea vanderguchtii
  • Vanderguchtii Yellowwood
  • Vanderguchtii Yellowwood Tree

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Synonyms

  • Sarcocephalus nervosus Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]
  • Sarcocephalus nervosus cordifolia A.Chev. [valid]
  • Sarcocephalus vanderguchtii De Wild. [valid]

Description

Nauclea vanderguchtii (also called 'Bastard Sandalwood' and 'White Sandalwood', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, usually up to 20 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland and hill forests, up to an elevation of 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Nauclea vanderguchtii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a wood preservative. The bark is used in the construction of boats and canoes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nauclea vanderguchtii is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nauclea vanderguchtii is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from mature trees and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The tree should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Nauclea vanderguchtii

Nauclea vanderguchtii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Nauclea vanderguchtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nauclea vanderguchtii?

Nauclea vanderguchtii

What type of plant is Nauclea vanderguchtii?

Nauclea vanderguchtii is a tree species

Where is Nauclea vanderguchtii found?

Nauclea vanderguchtii is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Oceania

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-133332: 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.
Ernest Marie Antoine Petit (1927-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.M.A.Petit' in the authors string.