Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
songweanum
ID:
1276406

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

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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.

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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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50282513: Based on the initial data import
Martin Cheek (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheek' in the authors string.
Amy Litt: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litt' in the authors string.