Status:
valid
Authors:
Litt & Cheek
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 54: 14 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275744
Common Names
- Korupodendron songweanum
- Songwe Korupodendron
- Songwe African Mahogany
Description
Korupodendron songweanum (also called Songwe Korupodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub that typically grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Africa and is found in open forests and scrublands. It has dark green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Korupodendron songweanum is a species of plant used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Korupodendron songweanum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Korupodendron songweanum is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Korupodendron songweanum
Korupodendron songweanum can be found in the tropical forests of Central Africa.
Korupodendron songweanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Korupodendron songweanum?
Korupodendron songweanum
What is the common name of Korupodendron songweanum?
Songwe Korupodendron
What is the natural habitat of Korupodendron songweanum?
Tropical moist forests in Central Africa
Species in the Korupodendron genus
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum,
Callisthene erythroclada,
Callisthene fasciculata,
Callisthene inundata,
Callisthene major,
Callisthene microphylla,
Callisthene minor,
Callisthene mollissima,
Erisma arietinum,
Erisma bicolor,
Erisma blancoa,
Erisma bracteosum,
Erisma calcaratum,
Erisma costatum,
Erisma djalma-batistae,
Erisma floribundum,
Erisma fuscum,
Erisma gracile,
Erisma japura,
Erisma lanceolatum,
Erisma laurifolium,
Erisma maliforme,
Erisma megalophyllum,
Erisma micranthum,
Erisma nitidum,
Erisma niveum,
Erisma silvae,
Erisma splendens,
Erisma tessmannii,
Erisma uncinatum,
Erisma panamense,
Erismadelphus exsul,
Erismadelphus sessilis,
Korupodendron songweanum,
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,
References
Amy Litt: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litt' in the authors string.