Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
567543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 165: 1146 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566875

Common Names

  • Blighia welwitschii
  • Welwitschii Blighia
  • Welwitschii Akee

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Synonyms

  • Phialodiscus welwitschii Hiern [unknown]
  • Phialodiscus bancoensis Aubrév. & Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Phialodiscus mortehanii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Blighia kamerunensis Radlk. [unknown]
  • Blighia laurentii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Blighia mildbraedii Radlk. [unknown]
  • Blighia wildemaniana Gilg ex De Wild. & Radlk. [unknown]

Description

Blighia welwitschii (also called Akee, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to West Africa. It has a rounded crown and pinnate leaves. It grows in moist, tropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blighia welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruit.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blighia welwitschii is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blighia welwitschii is a tropical tree native to Africa. It can be grown in a well-drained soil and prefers full sun. It should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Blighia welwitschii

Blighia welwitschii is native to West Africa. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Blighia welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blighia welwitschii?

Blighia welwitschii

What type of plant is Blighia welwitschii?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae.

Where is Blighia welwitschii found?

It is native to Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Species in the Blighia genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2677577: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.