Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cavaco) Kainul. & Razafim.
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 282: 269 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315399
Common Names
- Peponidium homolleanum
- Homolleanum Peponidium
- Homolleanum False-mimosa
Description
Peponidium homolleanum (also called Homolle's Peponidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Peponidium homolleanum is a species of tree that is native to Madagascar. It is used for making furniture, baskets, and other household items. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Peponidium homolleanum are yellow or orange in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peponidium homolleanum is a shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Peponidium homolleanum
Peponidium homolleanum is native to Madagascar and can be found in humid, shady areas.
Peponidium homolleanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peponidium homolleanum?
Peponidium homolleanum
What are the common names of Peponidium homolleanum?
African tulip, African tulip tree
What is the natural habitat of Peponidium homolleanum?
It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa
Species in the Peponidium genus
Peponidium calcaratum,
Peponidium capuronii,
Peponidium cuspidatum,
Peponidium flavum,
Peponidium homolleae,
Peponidium horridum,
Peponidium humbertii,
Peponidium ihosyense,
Peponidium lanceolatifolium,
Peponidium madagascariense,
Peponidium occidentale,
Peponidium orientale,
Peponidium pallens,
Peponidium pallidum,
Peponidium parvifolium,
Peponidium perrieri,
Peponidium pervilleanoides,
Peponidium pervilleanum,
Peponidium tsaratananense,
Peponidium velutinum,
Peponidium crassifolium,
Peponidium marojejyense,
Peponidium latiflorum,
Peponidium humbertianum,
Peponidium decaryi,
Peponidium sakalavense,
Peponidium sahafaryense,
Peponidium buxifolium,
Peponidium bosseri,
Peponidium boinense,
Peponidium blepharodon,
Peponidium arenesianum,
Peponidium anoveanum,
Peponidium cystiporon,
Peponidium ankaranense,
Peponidium viguieri,
Peponidium venulosum,
Peponidium tamatavense,
Peponidium subevenium,
Peponidium alleizettei,
Peponidium ovato-oblongum,
Peponidium densiflorum,
Peponidium micranthum,
Peponidium boivinianum,
Peponidium homolleanum,
Peponidium bakerianum,
Peponidium carinatum,
Peponidium celastroides,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
Kent Kainulainen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kainul.' in the authors string.